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• Supreme Court seems poised to reject Trump's birthright citizenship limits as he attends arguments

  April 1, 2026 1:13 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court seemed poised Wednesday to reject President Donald Trump's restrictions on birthright citizenship in a consequential case that was magnified by his unparalleled presence in the courtroom. Conservative and liberal justices questioned whether Trump's order declaring that children born to parents who are in... more »

• Police: Man remains hospitalized after stabbing McAllen police officer in the hand Play Video

  April 1, 2026 1:02 PM

  A McAllen police officer shot a man after being stabbed in the hand during a struggle outside a home on Monday, according to the McAllen Police Department. The man, identified as 42-year-old Peter Christopher Harris, remains hospitalized as of Wednesday morning. According to a news release, officers were... more »

• Man killed in officer-involved shooting at South Padre Island attempted to run over federal agent, DHS says Play Video

  February 20, 2026 7:07 PM

  A man killed during an officer-involved shooting at South Padre Island in March 2025 attempted to run over a Homeland Security Investigation special agent, according to a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson. The shooting occurred on March 15, 2025, at the intersection of Padre Boulevard and Marlin Street. ... more »

• Border Patrol agent fatally shot Mexican man 3 times in Starr County, report says

  December 17, 2025 3:59 PM

  A 31-year-old Mexican man was identified as the man who died following a Dec. 11 shooting involving a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Starr County, according to a report issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The report did not name the man who was fatally shot in the... more »

• DPS: Border Patrol agent injured during Starr County shooting that killed one man Play Video

  December 12, 2025 6:08 PM

  A U.S. Border Patrol agent was injured in a shooting that killed one man on Thursday, the Texas Department of Public Safety confirmed to Channel 5 News. DPS did not say how the agent was injured, but said in a Friday email that the injuries were “nothing life-threatening.” ... more »

• Suspect dead following Border Patrol shooting in Starr County, DPS says Play Video

  December 11, 2025 5:48 PM

  A man died Thursday following a shooting involving a U.S. Border Patrol agent, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The Texas Rangers are investigating the shooting that happened Thursday afternoon near the riverbank, the Starr County Sheriff’s Office said. A Border Patrol spokesperson confirmed agents are... more »

• Homeless woman charged after allegedly stabbing McAllen K-9 officer Play Video

  December 10, 2025 12:14 PM

  A homeless woman accused of stabbing a McAllen K-9 officer and threatening other police officers is in custody, Hidalgo County jail records show. Latonia Wallace, 54, was booked into the Hidalgo County jail on Tuesday on multiple counts of aggravated assault against a public servant. She also faces charges... more »

• La Feria police: Man killed following officer-involved shooting was driving stolen vehicle

  December 9, 2025 5:29 PM

  The man who died following a Nov. 27 shooting with police was driving a stolen vehicle when he struck a police unit, according to La Feria Police Chief Cesar Rene Diaz. Police have yet to identify the victim. As previously reported, the shooting happened on Nov. 27 at... more »

• Second suspect arraigned in connection with attempted robbery at Weslaco's Vape City Play Video

  December 8, 2025 1:50 PM

  The suspect who was hospitalized following an officer-involved shooting in Weslaco has been charged in connection with the attempted robbery at Vape City. Ryan Fredrick Sky Dille was arraigned on multiple charges that included aggravated robbery, aggravated assault on a public servant, and unlawful possession of a firearm by... more »

• Suspect in Weslaco Vape City robbery turned officer-involved-shooting charged Play Video

  December 3, 2025 12:53 PM

  One of the suspects arrested in connection with an attempted robbery at a Weslaco smoke shop that ended with a police officer shooting a second suspect went before a judge on Wednesday. Travis Clayton Wildeman, 25, was charged with aggravated robbery, unlawful possession of a firearm, resisting arrest... more »

• Suspect hospitalized following robbery turned officer-involved shooting in Weslaco smoke shop Play Video

  December 2, 2025 9:06 AM

  A suspect was shot in both legs during an officer-involved shooting at Vape City in Weslaco. The Weslaco Police Department held a news conference about the shooting on Tuesday. According to Weslaco police spokesperson Heribeto Caraveo, they received a call about two armed male suspects at the... more »

• Texas Rangers investigate officer-involved shooting in La Feria Play Video

  November 29, 2025 11:27 AM

  The Texas Rangers are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday in La Feria. The shooting happened at around 11:20 p.m. in the 200 block of North Main Street. A La Feria police officer discharged their firearm during an incident, according to a news release. That officer has... more »

• Police escorted Brownsville woman home right before deadly shooting, authorities say Play Video

  July 29, 2025 7:22 PM

  The woman who died in a Monday shooting was shot by a man she used to date after Brownsville police officers escorted her home, authorities said. The Brownsville Police Department called the dispute an act of dating violence. Police have identified the victim as 23-year-old Nora Zuniga, and... more »

• Bodycam footage of Brownsville officer-involved shooting released Play Video

  June 18, 2025 11:03 PM

  Bodycam footage obtained by Channel 5 News shows the moment a man was shot following a police chase in Brownsville. The suspect allegedly shot at a trooper with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Alberto Pintor Jr., 25, was arrested following the May 13 shooting and faces two... more »

• Man shot by Weslaco police gets $340K bond for multiple charges Play Video

  February 5, 2020 5:05 PM

  WESLACO – A man shot during a police investigation in Weslaco is now out of the hospital and charged. Jose Luis Sandoval is charged with two counts of aggravated assault, a count of aggravated assault on a public servant and a count of evading. Police responded to a... more »

• Suspect in critical condition after shot by Harlingen officer Play Video

  January 23, 2020 6:24 AM

  HARLINGEN – The suspect in an officer-involved shooting is now in critical condition. Authorities say the officer shot him while responding to an alarm at a building. They added the suspect moved toward the officer with a metal rod, ignoring commands to drop it. Texas Rangers are investigating.... more »

• Suspect who shot at officers in Alamo charged with attempted capital murder Play Video

  January 20, 2020 6:16 PM

  ALAMO – The suspect in Sunday night’s officer involved shooting in Alamo is now charged. Arturo Garza faced a judge Monday afternoon. He’s charged with four counts of criminal attempt capital murder and with evading arrest. Authorities say he fired at officers who were chasing him. The... more »

• 1 in Custody Following Officer-Involved Shooting in Alamo Play Video

  January 19, 2020 11:19 PM

  ALAMO – One person is in custody following an officer-involved shooting in Alamo. The shooting happened at around 8:00 p.m. Sunday, near the intersection of Alamo Road and 495. Authorities tell us it started when a convenience store clerk called police about a man with a gun.... more »

• Texas Rangers Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting Play Video

  December 15, 2019 6:07 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - The Texas Rangers are investigating an officer-involved shooting. We're told the shooting involved Brownsville Police. Both agencies are staying tight lipped about what happened. The Texas Rangers confirm the shooting happened overnight inside city limits. No details on the victims, if any, or where the gunfire... more »

• Grand Jury: Cameron Co. Officers Justified in Fatal 2018 Shooting of 21-Year-Old Play Video

  September 18, 2019 6:04 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – According to a grand jury, all five officers who shot at and ended up killing 21-year-old Ricardo Trevino were justified in doing so. Back in December, Trevino led officers on a 22 minute car chase through San Benito, where eventually three San Benito officers, including the chief... more »

• Resident Recalls Situation following Brownsville Officer Involved Shooting Play Video

  June 18, 2019 5:39 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – The Texas Rangers have started investigating Monday’s fatal officer involved shooting in Brownsville. Police say several officers were involved. Authorities say when Mark Anthony Galvan rammed his vehicle into patrol units, police opened fire. Texas Rangers are now tasked to determine if the shooting was... more »

• Suspect Dead after Ramming Police Units, Brownsville Officers Open Fire Play Video

  June 17, 2019 8:22 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – A man is dead after leading police on a chase and ramming a vehicle at several police units. Police opened fire shooting the suspect. The shooting happened on Boca Chica Blvd near the intersection with Bernard Road around 2 a.m. Monday. Police identify the suspect... more »

• San Benito Mother Seeks More Answers after Results of Internal Investigation Released Play Video

  June 6, 2019 5:49 PM

  SAN BENITO – A San Benito mother continues to push for answers; her son was killed following a police pursuit late last year. The city revealed the findings of a six month internal investigation Wednesday night. Of the six officers previously identified as to being involved in the... more »

• Neighbor Reacts to Officer-Involved Shooting in Brownsville Play Video

  March 7, 2019 9:36 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Authorities say the officer-involved shooting in Brownsville case will be investigated by the Texas Rangers. The Brownsville Police Department says at around 8:00 p.m. they were called to the 100 block of Clara Bennett Drive in response to an assault. Police say a 24-year-old suspect allegedly... more »

• Officer-Involved Shooting in Edinburg Under Investigation

  December 18, 2018 2:27 PM

  EDINBURG – An investigation is underway following an officer-involved shooting in Edinburg. It happened at the 2600 block of Amanda Drive just after 9 p.m. on Monday. According to Edinburg police, authorities arrived on scene in reference to a disturbance involving an intoxicated male with a knife, which... more »

• Suspect in Officer-Involved Shooting Released from Hospital, Arrested Play Video

  July 17, 2018 12:08 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – The man who allegedly shot at a Brownsville police officer during a robbery is now behind bars. On Monday, Texas Rangers executed 10 warrants issued for Luis Armendariz Jr. Authorities say the 37-year-old wounded an officer in the leg during a July 4 botched robbery at a CVS... more »

• Valley Police Academy Instructor Explains Use of Force Policy Play Video

  December 26, 2017 6:30 PM

  PALM VALLEY – An officer involved in a shooting in Progreso is now out of the hospital. Hidalgo County Sheriff’s deputies responded to an officer-involved shooting on Encino Drive at the request of Progreso police over the weekend . Witnesses told investigators Progreso police first responded to a call about... more »

• Law Enforcement Agencies Seek Texas AG’s Opinion in Brownsville Officer-Involved Shooting Play Video

  October 23, 2017 5:31 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Brownsville police said their department is seeking the state’s guidance in an officer-involved shooting investigation. The Brownsville Police Department and the Texas Rangers have reached out to the Texas Attorney General's Office for its opinion on whether to release body camera footage of the shooting. The department hasn’t... more »