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• Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to announce a formal impeachment inquiry of President Trump

  September 24, 2019 2:46 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) - AP source: Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to announce a formal impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump over Ukraine. Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. more »

• Weslaco Family Wants Company to Finish Pool Construction Play Video

  September 23, 2019 5:07 PM

  WESLACO – Once a Weslaco family gave their final payment for a new pool, the construction stopped and the work was left undone. “They need to finish installing the lights on the pool, the pump, and their electrical and whatever other pumping that needs to be done. As you... more »

• Local Business Worried about Tariff Increase on Chinese Goods Play Video

  September 3, 2019 6:36 PM

  MCALLEN – The raised tariffs on trade between the U.S. and China continue. Over the weekend, President Donald Trump put a 15% increase on more Chinese goods. The more businesses have to pay to get merchandise on their shelves the more customers will have to pay to take... more »

• Troopers Hopeful Surveillance Cameras Caught Shooting Incident

  April 8, 2019 4:35 PM

  MCALLEN – Investigators are searching through the neighborhood where a state trooper was shot over the weekend. The president of the local homeowners association says they’re on the lookout for surveillance video. Officers were asking to get into residents’ backyards to search for the suspect. "It was... more »

• Mexico’s President Speaks about 19 Passengers Missing from Bus Play Video

  March 12, 2019 5:56 PM

  UPDATE (3/15): The Tamaulipas government is addressing the 22 people who went missing from a bus. In a press release from the Mexican state government, the situation was described as one where the 22 people were "obligated" to exit. The president of Mexico referred to it as a... more »

• Federal Gov't Taking Steps to Seek Land for Border Wall Play Video

  March 11, 2019 5:51 PM

  WESLACO – The federal government is continuing to take steps to seek land for the border wall project. Some land owners received letters from the government asking for permission to survey their property. Texas Civil Rights property attorney, Ricardo Garza, says if there is no response from property... more »

• BBB Official Warns about Phony Social Media Sales Play Video

  March 6, 2019 5:17 PM

  WESLACO – The Better Business Bureau is warning residents of thieves targeting online sales. A local resident says he gave his personal information to someone he thought he was buying a travel trailer from. He says he came across an advertisement for a trailer being sold at $2,000... more »

• Families Still Being Separated at Border Despite Court Orders Play Video

  February 28, 2019 8:20 PM

  MCALLEN - A report from the Texas Civil Rights Project reveals family separation continues in the Rio Grande Valley, despite the June 20 Executive Order mandating it to stop. Over the summer, the federal public defenders at the McAllen courthouse were handling cases of parents who had crossed the... more »

• National Emergency Declaration Explained Play Video

  February 18, 2019 10:43 PM

  WESLACO – More than a dozen states are legally challenging the national emergency declared by President Trump last week. South Texas College political science professor, Dr. Bill Greene, says these declarations are common, but the one declared last week might be different. “The vast majority have had to... more »

• Local Tax Preparer Deems President's Day as One of the Busiest for IRS Play Video

  February 18, 2019 4:26 PM

  MCALLEN – A local tax preparer says President’s Day is the one of the busiest days of the year for the Internal Revenue Service. Frances Iglesias says in the last 20 years she has been preparing taxes, she has learned President’s Day is one of the busiest for her.... more »

• La Lomita Priest Reacts to New Appropriations Bill Play Video

  February 15, 2019 7:12 PM

  MISSION – A Valley priest says he is relieved after the newly Appropriations Bill gives protection to the historic La Lomita church. Father Roy Snipes is the main care-taker of the 150-year-old chapel. "Relief thanks be to God. Still worried about our neighbors but very relieved,” he says.... more »

• Trump’s Emergency Declaration Opens Possibility for Legal Challenges Play Video

  February 15, 2019 7:00 PM

  WESLACO – President Donald Trump declared a national emergency over border wall funding Friday morning. The president is tapping into a power created by congress under the National Emergencies Act. In doing so, it allows him to use the military to support what he's called a crisis at... more »

• Local Residents React to Pres. Trump's National Emergency Declaration Play Video

  February 15, 2019 6:05 PM

  ESCOBARES – Some residents near the Rio Grande are concerned about the effects the declared national emergency and border wall will bring. Nayda Alvarez says she is in a constant battle with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. She says she denied CBP’s request to survey her property and... more »

• Spending Deal Pending Pres. Trump's Signature Play Video

  February 14, 2019 11:55 PM

  WESLACO – A bi-partisan spending deal is pending President Donald Trump’s signature. The bill was passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on Thursday. The president is expected to sign the bill on Friday and declare a national emergency to obtain more money for border wall... more »

• Local Law Enforcement Speak about Security Execution during Presidential Visit Play Video

  January 14, 2019 6:23 PM

  MCALLEN – Local law enforcement is speaking out about the way security measures were executed during President Trump’s visit to the Rio Grande Valley. The McAllen police chief tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS the mission was met but his department still learned valuable lessons about securing high-profile guests. "Every... more »

• Many Residents Question Air Force One Used in Trump's Visit to RGV Play Video

  January 11, 2019 4:51 PM

  WESLACO – The presidential visit sparked many questions for residents in the Rio Grande Valley. One of the most common questions regarded the plane President Trump traveled in. Many viewers contacted CHANNEL 5 NEWS asking whether this was Air Force One or Air Force Two. We did... more »

• Local High School Students Impacted After Pres. Trump's Visit Play Video

  January 10, 2019 9:50 PM

  EDINBURG – President Donald Trump’s visit to the Rio Grande Valley served as a teaching moment for some high school students. Edinburg North High School students say they hope the president left the Valley with an open mind. "We're good people and most of us come over here... more »

• Chief Border Patrol Agent Comments After Escorting Pres. Trump Play Video

  January 10, 2019 9:26 PM

  MCALLEN – The Rio Grande Valley’s Chief Border Patrol Agent escorted President Donald Trump along the frontline at Anzalduas Park in Mission. KRGV’s Sierra Pizarro spoke to chief Raul Ortiz after the tour. He says they showed President Trump the current border security resources and what they could... more »

• Streets Leading Into Granjeno Re-Open After Presidential Motorcade Play Video

  January 10, 2019 6:21 PM

  GRANJENO – The streets leading into Granjeno were blocked for the presidential motorcade. Residents flooded the streets hoping to catch a glimpse of President Donald Trump. Texas state troopers blocked the bridges and streets leading into Granjeno to make sure roads were secure. KRGV’s Angelo Vargas spoke... more »

• RGV Mother Picks Up Son from School Early for President's Arrival Play Video

  January 10, 2019 5:33 PM

  MCALLEN – A Rio Grande Valley mother pulled her son out of school early to experience President Trump’s arrival. The 10-year-old says that while he doesn't understand everything, he understands respect. "I think it doesn't matter if you like Donald Trump or hate him, as long as you... more »

• Mother of Border Patrol Agent Killed while Fishing Speaks to President Play Video

  January 10, 2019 5:05 PM

  MCALLEN – The mother of a Border Patrol agent killed while fishing with his family spoke with President Donald Trump Thursday. The mother of a former agent, Marie Vega, stood before a panel of Washington leaders and reminded them no parent should bury their child. Agent Javier Vega... more »

• Business Owner Recalls Clinton's Visit to Restaurant amid Trump's Visit to Valley Play Video

  January 10, 2019 4:58 PM

  MCALLEN – When President Donald Trump made his visit, the owner of a historic Mexican restaurant was hopeful for another VIP visitor. The owner of Casa Del Taco, Sergio Licon, explains former President Bill Clinton made a visit to his restaurant in February of 2000. He further explains... more »

• Protesters, Supporters of Presidential Visit Line Streets Play Video

  January 10, 2019 12:51 PM

  MCALLEN – People lined the streets for blocks next to McCreery Airport for President Trump's arrival. Crowds gathered early morning on North 10th Street as they waited for the president to land. Supporters waved Trump flags and chanted for a border wall, hoping to catch a glimpse of... more »

• Valley Residents Collect Hundreds of Dollars for Border Wall Play Video

  January 9, 2019 9:54 PM

  WESLACO – Several Rio Grande Valley residents have collected hundreds of dollars to help pay for the border wall. The residents say they have collected about $12,000 for the border wall. Local resident Marilou Prudencio says she collected hundreds of donations after telling friends from across the country... more »

• Law Enforcement Preparing for President Trump's Arrival Play Video

  January 9, 2019 5:52 PM

  WESLACO – Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies are preparing for President Trump’s visit. The McAllen Police Department plays an important role every time a leader from Washington pays a visit to the area. KRGV’s Trason Bragg spoke with McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez about his role... more »

• Alamo Farmer Hopes Gov't Border Wall Decision Brings Safety Play Video

  January 9, 2019 5:39 PM

  ROMA – A local farmer says he expects safety and protection from the government’s border wall decision. Ruperto Escobar’s family has lived in Roma for over 250 years. Escobar says he has received letters from the government asking to survey his property for a border wall. Markers... more »

• Residents Hopeful for Clarification of Presumed Border Crisis Play Video

  January 9, 2019 4:26 PM

  MCALLEN – Some residents are hopeful President Trump’s visit to the border will result in a better understanding of immigration. Sister Norma Pimentel runs a growing respite center in McAllen. She says it is a place for asylum seekers processed by federal agents. President Donald Trump explains... more »

• Local Residents Remain Conflicted over Border Security following Presidential Address Play Video

  January 8, 2019 11:15 PM

  HIDALGO –Residents are concerned about border security and funding after the partial government shutdown continues. After President Donald Trump spoke about the need for upgraded border security, residents are raising differing opinions. “I'm not a true believer in the wall but I am a true believer in national... more »

• Local Residents Turn to Prayer for President's Potential Arrival Play Video

  January 8, 2019 5:29 PM

  ALAMO – The national spotlight on the Rio Grande Valley has some residents turning to prayer. Local resident Maria Cortez says whenever she has a big request, she goes to the San Juan Basilica to pray. She says she is praying for peace and protection after learning of... more »

• Local Farmer Still Recovering from Last Year's Floods Play Video

  January 8, 2019 4:45 PM

  MERCEDES – A local farmer says he is still recovering from flooding and drought that occurred last year. Mike England runs a farm in Mercedes which relies heavily on cotton, sorghum and corn. He says 2018 was the toughest year financially since insect infestations in the 1990s. ... more »

• How the Government Shutdown Could Impact RGV Play Video

  December 21, 2018 4:50 PM

  WESLACO – Government shutdowns take place when Congress and the president don’t agree on how to spend the nation’s money. This shutdown is the third in the span of one year. The federal government will partially shut down at midnight; the Department of Housing and Urban Development is... more »

• Trump Administration Denounces Report Regarding Roundups

  February 17, 2017 1:54 PM

  WASHINGTON D.C. – The Trump administration is denouncing a report by the Associated Press. The report states the White House is proposing to use National Guard troops to place unauthorized immigrants into custody. A draft memo obtained by the Associated Press revealed the administration is considering mobilizing 100,000 National Guard... more »

• Executive Order Prohibits Travelers from 7 Countries to Enter U.S. Play Video

  January 30, 2017 5:12 PM

  MCALLEN – President Donald Trump has stated the recent executive order is not a Muslim ban; it’s an order that blocks people, except U.S. citizens, to enter the U.S. from seven countries. The order is titled “ Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States .” For... more »

• Trump Signs Executive Action about Border Wall Play Video

  January 25, 2017 7:57 AM

  UPDATE (12:50 p.m.): President Donald Trump signed immigration actions to build the border wall. He is signing two executive orders in keeping with campaign promises to boost border security and crack down on immigrants living in the U.S. illegally. Trump said, “We’ve been talking about this right from the beginning.”... more »

• Valley Native Shares Support for President-Elect Donald Trump Play Video

  January 18, 2017 5:53 PM

  WESLACO –The president-elect’s ceremony is on Friday and an issue on people’s minds is his promise about a wall being built along the U.S.-Mexico border. A young woman, who takes part of a Republican group in the Rio Grande Valley, doubted Donald Trump at first. She said she’s since changed... more »