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• Arrest made in connection with two women found dead inside Brownsville home Play Video

  December 14, 2025 1:23 PM

  An arrest has been made in connection with two women found dead inside a Brownsville home. Cameron County Sheriff Manuel Trevino said the arrest was made Sunday night. No further details were provided. The Cameron County Sheriff's Office received a call at around 11 a.m. on Sunday in... more »

• Texas Rangers investigating after undocumented migrant found in critical condition in Escobares Play Video

  December 13, 2025 1:18 PM

  **This story has been updated throughout** An undocumented migrant has been hospitalized after being found in critical condition on North San Julian Road in Escobares. The Texas Rangers have taken the lead in investigating the incident, according to Escobares Police Department spokesperson Jesse Alvarez. The migrant was found... more »

• Second juvenile suspect in Brownsville trail vandalism investigation arrested Play Video

  December 5, 2025 9:20 PM

  The second juvenile suspect accused of causing more than $20,000 in damages to a trail was arrested, the Brownsville Police Department announced on Thursday. As previously reported, 32 solar-powered lights along the Belden West Trail near Sam’s Memorial Stadium were damaged in an act of vandalism that was reported... more »

• Man found dead near Edinburg, investigation underway Play Video

  December 1, 2025 2:45 PM

  An investigation is underway after a man was found dead near Edinburg, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies with the sheriff’s office responded to the 23700 block of Calle Guillermo Sunday shortly after midnight and found an unresponsive man lying on the property, according to a news... more »

• Pentagon says it's investigating Sen. Mark Kelly for video urging troops to defy 'illegal orders'

  November 24, 2025 12:26 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon says it is investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona for possible breaches of military law after Kelly joined a handful of other lawmakers in a video that called for U.S. troops to refuse unlawful orders. The Pentagon's statement, which was posted on social... more »

• More than 40 dogs removed from Hidalgo County home after 6 dogs found dead on property Play Video

  November 17, 2025 7:06 PM

  The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office removed 42 dogs from a residence near Mission after receiving reports of animal cruelty, according to a news release The sheriff's office responded to the 7300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard on Sunday after receiving "multiple calls from concerned citizens that the homeowner was... more »

• Student detained after threat made against Weslaco ISD middle school

  November 13, 2025 1:53 PM

  A student was detained by police after a verbal terroristic threat was made against Central Middle School, Weslaco ISD announced on Thursday. The district and the Weslaco Police Department conducted the investigation in a reported verbal terroristic threat made against the campus, the district said in a news release.... more »

• Bond set for 19-year-old convicted sex offender charged with indecency with a child Play Video

  October 27, 2025 12:19 PM

  An 19-year-old convicted sex offender was arraigned Monday after he was accused of sexually assaulting a minor. Malachi Isaiah Pineda was charged with indecent exposure with a child and unlawful restraint of an individual under 17 years of age in connection with the investigation. He also faces a charge... more »

• Arrest made in connection with body found near Harlingen Watermill Express

  October 24, 2025 6:48 PM

  A man is in custody in connection with the investigation of a man who was found dead on Monday, according to the Harlingen Police Department. The body of 32-year-old Stephen Miguel Guajardo was found by the Watermill Express at the 1500 block of North 77 Sunshine Strip, according to... more »

• 54-year-old pedestrian struck by 95-year-old driver in Pharr, police say Play Video

  October 17, 2025 4:30 PM

  A 54-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a 95-year-old driver in Pharr on Friday morning. The auto-pedestrian accident occurred near Dicker Road and St. Marie Driver at around 8:30 a.m., according to a Pharr Police Department spokesperson. The spokesperson said preliminary investigation revealed the pedestrian was standing near... more »

• Brownsville police investigate bar shooting that left one man injured Play Video

  October 17, 2025 10:59 AM

  The Brownsville Police Department is investigating a shooting at a bar that left one man injured. The shooting occurred at around 12:14 a.m. on Friday at the 2400 block of East 14th Street. Brownsville police arrived and found a man with a gunshot wound to the arm, according to... more »

• Mexico president vows thorough investigation into the killing of 6 civilians by soldiers

  October 8, 2025 11:21 AM

  MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum vowed a thorough investigation Wednesday into the killing of six civilians by soldiers a day earlier in the northern border state of Tamaulipas. The Mexican army reported late Tuesday that some of its soldiers on patrol on the highway connecting Ciudad... more »

• Texas investigation into teachers’ posts after Charlie Kirk’s death violates their free speech, experts say

  September 30, 2025 9:53 AM

  " Texas investigation into teachers’ posts after Charlie Kirk’s death violates their free speech, experts say " 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 »

• Driver sought in connection with arson investigation at Donna barbershop Play Video

  September 25, 2025 11:50 AM

  The Donna Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating and identifying a driver of interest in connection with an arson investigation. As previously reported, Mingas Luxury Gentleman’s Barbershop on Salinas Boulevard in Donna was destroyed on Sunday following a fire. Previously released surveillance footage showed... more »

• Driver fleeing from Border Patrol agents led to deadly Brownsville crash, DPS says Play Video

  September 24, 2025 1:21 PM

  A 21-year-old Brownsville man died on Tuesday after crashing into a semi-trailer while evading U.S. Border Patrol agents, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Bundles of narcotics were found in the vehicle, and two people are in Border Patrol custody in connection with the crash, DPS said... more »

• Man arrested in connection with death of girlfriend's husband in Mission Play Video

  September 22, 2025 11:47 AM

  A man was arrested on a manslaughter charge in connection with the death of his girlfriend's husband, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. The suspect was identified as one of two men who beat the victim before he was fatally struck by a vehicle in an unrelated incident,... more »

• Rio Grande City Grulla ISD employee under review for remarks on Charlie Kirk assassination Play Video

  September 17, 2025 5:01 PM

  An employee with the Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District is under review after making remarks regarding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, district superintendent Guadalupe Garza said in a statement. According to the statement, the district is following guidelines by the Texas Education Agency. The district... more »

• Man fatally shoots himself outside Brownsville Police Station, chief says Play Video

  September 16, 2025 1:37 PM

  A 37-year-old man fatally shot himself Tuesday afternoon after firing at his wife outside the Brownsville Police Station, according to Brownsville Police Chief Felix Sauceda. Sauceda said the woman was going to the police department to file domestic violence charges against her husband. The suspect, identified as... more »

• Suspect in Edinburg officer-involved shooting was holding knives outside Stripes store, police say Play Video

  September 16, 2025 9:01 AM

  The Edinburg Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in the parking lot of a Stripes convenience store on Tuesday morning. Edinburg police officers received multiple reports of a man acting erratically and holding two knives outside the store located at the intersection of University Drive... more »

• McAllen police search for persons of interest in robbery investigation Play Video

  September 12, 2025 2:04 PM

  The McAllen Police Department is searching for two persons of interest in connection with a robbery investigation. McAllen police received a report of a burglary on September 10 at the 5900 block of Swallow Avenue, according to a news release. The news release said the victim was sitting... more »

• Utah governor pleads for public's help in finding person who shot Charlie Kirk on university campus

  September 11, 2025 9:55 PM

  OREM, Utah (AP) — The shooter who assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk and then vanished off a roof and into the woods remained at large more than 24 hours later Thursday as federal investigators appealed for the public's help by releasing photos of the person they believe is responsible. ... more »

• Investigation underway after bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash in Brownsville Play Video

  September 9, 2025 3:58 PM

  A 40-year-old man was killed Tuesday after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle, according to the Brownsville Police Department. Brownsville police officers responded to the crash at around 12:32 p.m. at the intersection of International Boulevard and East Polk Street. A preliminary investigation revealed the... more »

• Jury selected in trial for man accused of killing Donna High School student in 2020 Play Video

  September 5, 2025 8:40 PM

  A jury is now seated in the Carlos Contreras murder trial. Contreras, who was 17 at the time, is accused of killing 18-year-old Genaro Isaiah Castillo in January 2020. RELATED STORY: 17-Year-Old Receives $1M Bond in Murder of Donna Student The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office at the... more »

• Valley Border Patrol agent charged with indecency with a child Play Video

  August 28, 2025 2:28 PM

  A 37-year-old Border Patrol Agent was charged with abusing a female child, according to a news release from the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. Derek James Dominguez was charged on Thursday with indecency with a child. “The accusation centers on the alleged abuse of a female child that occurred... more »

• Minneapolis shooter talked of depression and left behind a list of grievances

  August 28, 2025 12:35 PM

  RICHFIELD, Minn. (AP) — The shooter who killed two Catholic school students and wounded more than a dozen children sitting in the pews of a Minneapolis church once attended the school and had been a member of the church, the city's police chief said. Authorities were pouring over videos,... more »

• Two teens charged following assault of police officer in downtown McAllen Play Video

  August 25, 2025 10:15 AM

  Two men were identified and charged in connection with an assault of a police officer that occurred early Sunday morning. According to the McAllen Police Department, officers were breaking up a fight in downtown McAllen and detained Sergio Contreras Sandoval, 18, and Alexander Andree Flores, 17. Flores was identified... more »

• Fire causes major damage at oil mill in Harlingen

  August 24, 2025 5:20 PM

  A fire caused major damage at the Valley Coop Oil Mill on Saturday. According to Harlingen Fire Chief Rafael Balderas, the fire started at the mill, located on Wilson Road and Highway 77, at around 12: 30 p.m. Three fire units and an ariel unit responded to the call.... more »

• Tamaulipas attorney general: Investigation underway after woman dies following cosmetic procedure

  August 22, 2025 10:35 PM

  A woman who is believed to be an American died Friday following a cosmetic procedure at a clinic in Reynosa, the Tamaulipas Attorney General’s Office announced. An investigation into the death is underway. The woman was only identified as a woman who is presumed to be American. ... more »

• Judge denies Justice Department request to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts

  August 20, 2025 4:14 PM

  NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday rejected the Trump administration's request to unseal grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking case, joining two other judges in denying the public release of material from investigations into the late financier's decades-long sexual abuse of young women and girls.... more »

• McAllen man arrested in connection with illegal modem trafficking investigation Play Video

  August 13, 2025 2:28 PM

  A McAllen man has been arrested in connection with an illegal modem trafficking investigation, according to a news release. The news release said 51-year-old Joel Americo Garza Jr. was arrested after a months-long joint investigation by Spectrum and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. The arrested was due to a... more »

• Man hospitalized following Edinburg shooting, suspect at large Play Video

  August 8, 2025 10:17 AM

  A man was hospitalized Thursday after he was shot in the chest, according to the Edinburg Police Department. Police are searching for the shooter, according to a news release. According to the release, 36-year-old Matthew Fraustro was shot following a dispute with the shooter over property. Police... more »

• Paxton launches investigation into Beto O’Rourke’s political group for funding Democrats who left state

  August 6, 2025 3:42 PM

  " Paxton launches investigation into Beto O’Rourke’s political group for funding Democrats who left state " 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 The... more »

• Sheriff's office: Man dies in custody after striking head against driveway in Edinburg Play Video

  August 6, 2025 9:29 AM

  The Texas Rangers are assisting in the investigation of an of a man in Edinburg who died while in the custody of the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, according to a news release. Gonzalo Reyes Hernandez. 34, was arrested late Tuesday night. He died after "repeatedly striking his head" against... more »

• Texas AG can't depose Sister Norma Pimentel in migrant aid case, appeals court rules

  August 5, 2025 3:09 PM

  " Texas AG can't depose Catholic Charities leader in migrant aid case, appeals court rules " 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 »

• Pets die in house fire in rural Weslaco

  August 5, 2025 11:10 AM

  The Hidalgo County fire marshal is investigating a house fire in rural Weslaco. The fire occurred on Sunday at the 900 block of Isabel Drive, according to city of Weslaco spokesperson Magali Vega. Vega said no one was home at the time of the fire, but the homeowners... more »

• Mexican federal prosecutor found dead in Reynosa Play Video

  August 4, 2025 10:49 PM

  A federal prosecutor was found dead in Reynosa, according to Tamaulipas Gov. Américo Villarreal. The prosecutor was identified as Ernesto Vazquez Reyna, federal officials confirmed to Channel 5 News. The Vasquez's vehicle was found on fire on Monday, according to a news release from the Tamaulipas Attorney General’s... more »

• Former Sid Miller allies told police the ag commissioner feared the DEA, told a friend to get rid of marijuana

  July 31, 2025 10:02 AM

  " Former Sid Miller allies told police the ag commissioner feared the DEA, told a friend to get rid of marijuana " 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... more »

• Investigation underway after 1-year-old fatally struck by a vehicle near Edinburg Play Video

  July 29, 2025 11:09 AM

  The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is investigating an accident that killed a one-year-old child. According to a news release, deputies with the sheriff's office responded to the 8300 block of E. Canton Road in Edinburg about an accident involving a young child. Upon arrival, deputies learned a one-year-old... more »

• Woman hospitalized in suspected DWI crash in McAllen Play Video

  July 23, 2025 2:00 PM

  A 22-year-old woman was hospitalized following a suspected DWI single-vehicle crash in McAllen on Tuesday. The crash was reported to McAllen police at around 11:38 p.m. near the intersection of State Highway 107 and North Bryan Road, according to McAllen Police Department spokesperson Sgt. John Saenz. Saenz said... more »

• Harlingen mother issued $300,000 bond after child found wandering streets Play Video

  July 23, 2025 1:52 PM

  The mother of the 2-year-old boy found wandering the streets in Harlingen has been arraigned. According to a news release, Janette Salinas was charged with abandoning or endangering a child; her bond was set at $300,000. On July 21 at around 2:39 a.m., officers responded to a report... more »

• 17-year-old charged in connection with Pharr stabbing Play Video

  July 12, 2025 1:28 PM

  A 17-year-old male was arrested and charged in connection with a stabbing in Pharr. According to Pharr Police Department spokesperson Michael Martinez, the stabbing occurred on Friday at around 10 p.m. Martinez said 17-year-old Fernando Gaytan was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and given a... more »

• Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office searching for sexual assault suspect Play Video

  July 12, 2025 11:13 AM

  The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is searching for a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Mission. According to a news release, on July 9, deputies responded to the area of Bentsen Palm Drive and Mile 7 Road. They made contact with a female victim, who said an... more »

• McCreery Aviation finance director pleads guilty to $1.2 million mail fraud scheme Play Video

  July 10, 2025 11:42 AM

  A Mission woman has pleaded guilty to mail fraud and diverting company funds for her own benefit, according to a news release from the office of U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. The news release said 57-year-old Elizabeth Batten was the finance director at McCreery Aviation in McAllen from 2019... more »

• Investigation underway after minor injured at Texas Cook'Em Festival in Edinburg Play Video

  July 5, 2025 4:32 PM

  The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce has confirmed a minor was injured during the Texas Cook'Em Festival on Friday. According to a statement from the chamber, they are aware of the incident and are cooperating with city officials and the pyrotechnic company as a formal investigation is underway. It... more »

• Deadly stabbing investigation underway in Cameron Park Play Video

  July 2, 2025 11:42 AM

  The Cameron County Sheriff's Office is investigating a stabbing in Cameron Park that left a man dead and a woman in critical but stable condition, according to a news release. According to the release, deputies with the sheriff's office responded to the 2100 block of Florencia Avenue Wednesday shortly... more »

• Father charged in death of his 3-month-old son after admitting to leaving him in his car Play Video

  June 28, 2025 7:14 PM

  A 34-year-old man is in custody after leaving his infant son in his car. The 3-month-old boy later died, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff's office, deputies responded to Mission Regional Hospital at around 3:48 p.m. Saturday in reference to a child found unresponsive... more »

• Woman arrested in connection with child death at Brownsville daycare Play Video

  June 28, 2025 11:43 AM

  Brownsville police announced they've made an arrest in connection with a child found unresponsive at a daycare. Police said 36-year-old Karen Silva was taken into custody on Friday. She was arraigned Saturday morning and charged with injury to a child causing death. Silva's bond was set at $10,000,... more »

• Brownsville organization raises concerns on alleged animal cruelty incident Play Video

  June 18, 2025 11:41 AM

  EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was updated on Wednesday, June 18 with a statement from the Cameron County Sheriff's Office on the status of the animal hoarding investigation. A non-profit organization is speaking out and saying a number of dogs are living in unsafe conditions in the Brownsville area, ... more »

• Body found in Harlingen motel, investigation underway

  June 9, 2025 5:23 PM

  An investigation is underway after a body was found Sunday at a motel, according to the Harlingen Police Department. Harlingen police officers responded to a motel located on the 1600 block of North 77 Sunshine Strip Sunday at around noon, where they found the body of an unidentified 49-year-old... more »

• Former Primera commissioner arrested on DWI charge after striking police unit Play Video

  June 7, 2025 5:08 PM

  A former Primera commissioner was arrested on a charge of driving while intoxicated after striking a police unit, according to Primera Police Chief James Harris III. Harris said Asael Saavedra fled the scene after striking the police unit at the intersection of Carver Road and Wilson Road on Saturday... more »

• Reward offered for information on stolen John Deere tractor in Mission Play Video

  June 6, 2025 6:33 PM

  A private $5,000 cash reward is being offered for information that leads to the recovery of a stolen tractor and the arrests of those responsible, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said on May 18, deputies responded to the report of the theft at a... more »

• Trump suggests Biden aides acted without then-president's knowledge -- but says he has no evidence

  June 5, 2025 5:49 PM

  Trump suggests Biden aides acted without then-president's knowledge -- but says he has no evidence By WILL WEISSERT and CHRIS MEGERIAN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is alleging that officials in Joe Biden's administration might have in effect forged their boss's signature and taken broad... more »

• Mother pleads guilty in connection with 13-year-old son's death in Willacy County Play Video

  June 5, 2025 9:58 AM

  The mother of Jesse Harrison Jr. has pleaded guilty on Thursday in connection with his death in 2022. Sabrina Loredo was charged with manslaughter and four counts of injury to a child. She was sentenced to 20 years in prison. RELATED STORY: Willacy County woman found guilty in... more »

• Man dies in single-vehicle crash in Alamo Play Video

  June 1, 2025 5:31 PM

  A 48-year-old man died in a single-vehicle accident in Alamo after striking a pole, according to Alamo Fire Chief Roman Candelario Flores. Flores said the accident occurred on FM 495 and Alamo Road. He said the driver was taken to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries.... more »

• FAA orders mishap investigation into SpaceX flight at Boca Chica Play Video

  May 31, 2025 12:27 PM

  The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered SpaceX to conduct a mishap investigation on their Starship Flight 9 that launched on May 27 from Boca Chica, according to a news release. The news release said all Starship and Super Heavy booster debris landed within designated hazard areas. No injuries or... more »

• Primera public works director fatally shot neighbor's cat, records say

  May 28, 2025 11:47 AM

  City of Primera Public Works Director Luis Alberto Perez is accused of killing his neighbor's cat with a shotgun, according to a criminal complaint obtained by Channel 5 News. Perez was arrested on charges of animal cruelty and deadly conduct on May 25. He is currently out on a... more »

• Edinburg CISD superintendent placed on paid administrative leave Play Video

  May 21, 2025 4:29 PM

  Edinburg CISD Superintendent Mario H. Salinas was placed on paid administrative leave. The administrative leave will last five days, and starts on Thursday. Salinas will also be written up as part of the leave. District school board members voted on the leave during a Wednesday special called meeting.... more »

• At least 4 homes damaged in La Feria fire Play Video

  March 26, 2020 5:17 PM

  LA FERIA – Emergency responders in La Feria and Harlingen rushed to save homes after a fire broke out. The windy and dry conditions made matters worse. It happened near South Solis Road and 4th Street where officials are currently monitoring hotspots. Cameron County Fire Marshal Juan Martinez... more »

• No injuries reported in Pharr house fire, officials investigate Play Video

  March 11, 2020 6:14 PM

  PHARR – A house fire in Pharr on Wednesday afternoon is under investigation. It happened at a residence near Fir Street and Polk Avenue. Pharr firefighters put out the fire in just a few minutes. Lt. Felipe Pedraza told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the fire started in a room... more »