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• Online Challenge Damages Nonprofit Christmas Tree at McAllen Mall Play Video

  December 5, 2019 6:29 PM

  MCALLEN – A YouTube challenge put a damper on a nonprofit organization’s efforts to bring holiday cheer to children across the Rio Grande Valley. The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program provides assistance to families who may not be able to provide a gift for their children on Christmas Day.... more »

• Santa Signs for Valley Deaf Community at McAllen Mall

  November 22, 2019 5:11 PM

  MCALLEN – Santa Claus is already making early stops in the Rio Grande Valley. The early visit is part of La Plaza Mall’s Silent Santa event. They arranged the special visit for children and adults who used American Sign Language. “It's special for us here in the sense... more »

• Final Suspect in Botched McAllen Mall Robbery Sentenced Play Video

  October 17, 2019 10:22 PM

  EDINBURG – The punishment announced Thursday for the last of the “McAllen Mall 7”. The failed robbery happened last year on July 28 at a jewelry store in La Plaza Mall. The final sentencing means the chapter is over following the confusing and scary day for many. ... more »

• Texas Workforce Commission Upgrades Online Tools Play Video

  October 12, 2019 10:32 PM

  McALLEN - At an unveiling at La Plaza Mall Saturday, Texas Workforce Commission presented their upgraded their website workintexas.com. The new site can help job seekers build a resume and get a virtual recruiter that can send emails about job opportunities. Dicla Ramirez is a Human Resources... more »

• 2 McAllen Botched Robbery Suspects Sentenced to Prison Play Video

  August 19, 2019 5:57 PM

  MCALLEN – Another suspect in the botched robbery at La Plaza Mall is now heading to prison. Jorge Mejia was sentenced to 15 years in prison Monday; Javier Olvera was also sentenced to 12 years. Also in court Monday, Abner Posos reversed his not guilty plea and admitted... more »

• Cases Transferred for 3 Men Accused in Attempted Robbery at La Plaza Mall Play Video

  January 28, 2019 12:57 PM

  UPDATE (2/1): Orders were signed for the three suspects so that their cases may be transferred to the 430th District Court. The other four cases are already being processed at this court. Some of the defendants have upcoming pre-trial hearings set for as early as next week. ... more »