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• Brownsville federal employee charged with terrorism Play Video

  November 21, 2025 5:03 PM

  An employee with the United States Attorney’s Office in Brownsville was arraigned in connection with an online death threat against federal agents, according to a news release from Cameron County District Attorney's Office. Karen Olvera De Leon was booked on Thursday on charges of terrorism and tampering with or... more »

• Deadline to apply for FEMA assistance in Valley March floods approaching Play Video

  July 19, 2025 12:52 PM

  Rio Grande Valley residents impacted by the March floods only have three days left to apply for flood assistance through FEMA. The deadline to apply is July 22. Residents can apply online , by phone or in person. There are several FEMA disaster recovery centers across the Valley. ... more »

• McAllen ISD music teacher prepares for online classes Play Video

  March 24, 2020 7:08 PM

  MCALLEN – On Wednesday, online classes will begin for advanced placement students at McAllen Independent School District. For some younger students it’s time to learn music. In his online class, Jesus Cervantes mostly focuses on singing. A program which during the COVID-19 pandemic has changed completely. Cervantes says... more »

• Deadline to pay base taxes in Texas is January 31st Play Video

  January 22, 2020 6:53 PM

  EDINBURG – If you own property in Texas, time is running out for you to pay your base. Property owners have until Jan. 31 to pay up, otherwise they will get a penalty. Pablo Villarreal, Hidalgo County tax collector, told CHANNEL 5 NEWS only about 40% of the people... more »

• Illegal 'Secret Sister' Gift Exchange Online Prompts Alert Play Video

  December 17, 2019 6:20 PM

  WESLACO – An online holiday gift exchange seems to be harmless fun, but it could leave you empty handed. Jennifer McCaleb is used to looking out for deceitful posts on Facebook. Now, she's looking out for the "Secret Sister" reuse, which starts with a viral post that reads: ... more »

• BBB Warns of 'Old Friend' Ploy on Facebook Play Video

  October 28, 2019 6:14 PM

  WESLACO – A new warning for Facebook users about what is called the "old friend" hoax. Hackers pose as your facebook friends and strike up a conversation If you hint at money problems, experts say they'll try to convince you into paying money for a special loan to... more »

• 3 Men Charged in McAllen with Online Solicitation of a Minor Play Video

  September 26, 2019 4:44 PM

  MCALLEN – Three men were arrested in McAllen in separate online sex predator investigations. The busts were made Sept. 23, 24 and 25. Police have charged the three men with online solicitation of a minor, a second degree felony. If convicted, each faces a possible fine, jail... more »

• Cyber Expert Highlights Privacy Tips for Surveillance Camera Installation Play Video

  August 19, 2019 5:56 PM

  MCALLEN – Safety is a priority for everyone. When installing cameras at a home or business, you’re taking a step in the right direction, but cyber experts say if you don't follow safety tips you could be giving strangers access to your personal life. RGV SpyTek has 24... more »

• Walmart Stores Facing Copycat Threats Play Video

  August 8, 2019 11:23 PM

  WESLACO - Walmart stores across the country are facing copy cat threats of active shooters. All of it happened just days after the deadly El Paso shooting. A 13-year-old boy is behind bars, charged with a third degree felony and facing up to 10 years after threatening a... more »

• Edinburg Police Chief: Arrests Will be Made for Threats to Police Online Play Video

  April 8, 2019 11:59 AM

  EDINBURG – The Edinburg police chief says the suspect involved in the shooting of a Department of Public Safety trooper opened fire on Edinburg officers. The shooting happened Saturday night. Police Chief Cesar Torres says the suspect, Victor Godinez, was arrested after Godinez opened fire on Edinburg police... more »

• South Padre Island Task Force Monitoring Social Media Activity Play Video

  March 13, 2019 9:31 AM

  SOUTH PADRE ISLAND – The city of South Padre Island is keeping a close eye on social media activity. A social media task force is in place on the island. Their job will be to monitor what spring breakers post. The task force was formed due to... more »

• VA iPhone App for Veteran Access to Medical Records Play Video

  February 13, 2019 3:56 PM

  HARLINGEN – A local veteran says he wants technological improvement to access his medical records. Simon Muniz served in the U.S. Army in the 1960s. Muniz says he is staying on top of his Veteran Affairs health records and making sure he is getting the care he needs.... more »

• USCIS Asylum Application Status Can Now be Checked Online Play Video

  January 29, 2019 6:36 PM

  WESLACO – Asylum applicants can now check on their application status electronically. Application status can be checked at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services website. This only applies for affirmative asylum applicants who do not have cases pending in immigration court. Previously, asylum applicants had to... more »

• Day after Christmas Busiest Day for Returns Play Video

  December 26, 2018 4:13 PM

  WESLACO – The day after Christmas is a busy day for both bargain hunting and gift returns. The Better Business Bureau says Dec. 26 is the busiest day of the year for processing returns. Shoppers are warned to use caution in order to avoid falling victim. "If... more »