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• Jose Meza Promoted To Head Football Coach In Progreso Play Video

  May 21, 2020 10:44 PM

  PROGRESO - Coming off two straight playoff trips, the Red Ants have a new football coach. The Progreso school district recently promoted special teams coordinator Jose Meza. Our Erica Ross caught up with the Red Ants' new leader. more »

• New facial recognition cameras installed at Valley ports of entry Play Video

  February 14, 2020 10:04 PM

  PROGRESO – New biometric technology is now activated at the border. Facial recognition tech was setup at Rio Grande Valley ports of entry this week. People walking back into the United States will have to go through an extra step in the verification process. Customs and Border Protection... more »

• 2 mujeres de McAllen mueren en choque contra tractocamión cerca de Progreso Play Video

  February 4, 2020 8:18 PM

  CERCA DE PROGRESO – Dos mujeres murieron después de un choque con un tractocamión cerca de Progreso. El Departamento de Seguridad Pública fue llamado a la escena aproximadamente a las 6:45 p.m. del martes en Military Road, al oeste de FM 88. Una investigación preliminar reveló que un... more »

• 2 McAllen women killed in crash near Progreso Play Video

  February 4, 2020 7:52 PM

  NEAR PROGRESO – Two women are dead following a crash involving a truck near Progreso. The Department of Public Safety was called to the scene at approximately 6:45 p.m. Tuesday on the Military Road, west of FM 88. A preliminary investigation revealed a Honda Accord, occupied by a... more »

• Nonprofit provides women in Nuevo Progreso opportunity to learn trade skills Play Video

  February 3, 2020 7:19 PM

  NUEVO PROGRESO – Two Winter Texans are spending the season leading a foundation, which helps provide health care and education to impoverished people in Mexico. Despite having the equivalent of straight A’s in the U.S., some Mexican students can’t afford to go to college. The Mabel’s Foundation started trade... more »

• Progreso school to hold 5K run to raise funds to help family in mourning Play Video

  January 31, 2020 6:24 PM

  PROGRESO – A Rio Grande Valley school came together to honor a sixth grade student who recently passed away. Victor Morales was just 11 years old when he lost his three-year battle with bone cancer a week ago. Now, his school is raising funds to help his family pay... more »

• Red Ants Rebuild Play Video

  January 30, 2020 7:40 PM

  PROGRESO - The Red Ants are no strangers to the state high school soccer tournament. Progreso's boys have made state appearances three out of the last four seasons. As CHANNEL 5's Ruben Juarez reports, the team is counting on a group of young players to maintain their winning... more »

• On the Pitch: January 24th Play Video

  January 24, 2020 11:00 PM

  PROGRESO - It was soccer time again as boys teams were back in action at the Progreso tournament Friday. The Red Ants were among the winners. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has an update. more »

• On the Pitch: January 23rd Play Video

  January 23, 2020 11:06 PM

  PROGRESO - 12 boys soccer teams hit the field Thursday for the start of the Progreso Tournament. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has some highlights in this update. more »

• On the Pitch: January 14th Play Video

  January 14, 2020 11:09 PM

  MCALLEN - McAllen Memorial welcoming Progreso for a non-district contest. Mustangs taking home the win, 3-1. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the highlights. more »

• Identifican a conductor de persecución que terminó en Mercedes

  December 27, 2019 2:59 PM

  WESLACO – El Departamento de Seguridad Pública identificó al conductor arrestado en una perscecución el día previo a la Navidad. Juan Trevino Junior, de 31 años de Progreso, presuntamente iba detrás del volante. DPS informa que trataron de detenerlo en FM 491 en el condado Cameron. La... more »

• 2 arrestados por secuestro en puerto de entrada de Progreso en Navidad Play Video

  December 26, 2019 3:25 PM

  PROGRESO – Dos hombres fueron acusados por tratar de secuestrar a una mujer del estacionamiento del puerto de entrada de Progreso. Jesus Daniel Lugo, de 29 años, y Brian Illas Hernandez, de 39, fueron arrestados y acusados el jueves de secuestro con agravantes con un arma mortal. De... more »

• 2 Charged after Christmas Day Kidnapping at Progreso Port of Entry Parking Lot Play Video

  December 26, 2019 2:54 PM

  PROGRESO – Two men are charged with trying to kidnap a woman from the parking lot to the Progreso port of entry. Jesus Daniel Lugo, 29, and Brian Illas Hernandez, 39, were arrested and charged with aggravated kidnapping with a deadly weapon Thursday. According to probable cause affidavits,... more »

• Cause of Fruit Stand Fire in Progreso Remains Unknown Play Video

  December 18, 2019 4:58 PM

  PROGRESO - The cause of a fruit stand fire in Progreso remains unknown at the moment. Public Safety officials say nobody was injured. The owner was inside the building, but made it out safely. Firefighters from Weslaco, Mercedes, Donna and Alamo assisted in putting out the fire. more »

• Continúa investigación de incendio en Progreso Play Video

  December 18, 2019 3:49 PM

  PROGRESO – Las autoridaes continúan investigando el incendio ocurrido en Progreso. La oficina de Seguridad Pública de la ciudad informa que no hubo lesionados. Agregan que el dueño se encontraba dento del establecimiento pero logró salir a salvo. Los bomberos de Weslaco, Mercedes, Donna y Alamo ayudaron a... more »

• Progreso Fire Department Respond to Business Engulfed in Flames Play Video

  December 17, 2019 9:15 PM

  PROGRESO – Fire crews are at the scene of a blaze at a business in Progreso. It happened at a fruit stand south of FM 1015. The business owners live next door. Watch the video above for more infomration. more »

• HSI: Counterfeit Items Help Fund Transnational Criminal Organizations Play Video

  November 28, 2019 4:47 PM

  PROGRESO – Homeland Security Investigations say shoppers need to take a closer look at what they’re buying this holiday season. They might be supporting transnational criminal organizations. HSI agents told CHANNEL 5 NEWS billions of dollars are lost in the U.S. economy every year, because of illegal products that... more »

• Investigation Underway into Vehicle Collision with 18-wheeler in Progreso Play Video

  November 11, 2019 11:26 PM

  PROGRESO – Authorities are investigating a crash involving an 18-wheeler and a Van. It happened on Monday in Progreso. The van somehow ended up lodged under the tractor-trailer. We'll update as soon as we hear back from investigators. more »

• Progreso Residents Ask for Permanent Fix to Uneven Road Play Video

  October 24, 2019 6:54 PM

  PROGRESO – New roadwork is underway in a Progreso neighborhood. Homeowners there told CHANNEL 5 NEWS it's long overdue, but it's only a temporary fix. The road leading to the subdivision looks smooth, but once you turn the corner, the dips and mud make a bumpy ride and... more »

• Former Progreso Police Officer in Custody, Accused of Sexual Assault

  October 18, 2019 9:50 AM

  PROGRESO – A former local police officer is in custody for allegedly sexually assaulting two men while in custody. Matthew Lee Sepulveda, 24, is accused of violating the civil rights of two individuals while acting under his authority as a uniformed police officer. Specifically, he allegedly performed oral... more »

• Familia busca respuestas sobre muerte de ser querido en Progreso Play Video

  September 17, 2019 8:24 PM

  PROGRESO – La policía investiga la muerte de un hombre como un posible homicidio. Investigan la muerte de Ruben Garcia de 67 años, quien pasó casi la mitad de su vida en la ciudad de Progreso y era muy conocido. Garcia fue encontrado muerto el domingo con lesiones... more »

• Family Question Loved One's Death in Progreso, Investigation Underway Play Video

  September 17, 2019 6:09 PM

  PROGRESO – Police are now treating a man's death as a homicide. They are trying to figure out why 67-year-old Ruben Garcia, who spent just about half of his 67 years in the city of Progreso and was well-known, was found dead Sunday with wounds on his head. ... more »

• Woman Arrested at Progreso Bridge for Attempting to Smuggle Fentanyl Play Video

  August 27, 2019 6:22 PM

  PROGRESO – A woman was allegedly caught trying to get a powerful drug into the U.S. Federal officials say they found it hidden in her clothes. The drug, fentanyl, is known to be 100 times more potent than morphine. The woman claimed the pills were for her... more »

• Two-A-Day Tour: Progreso Play Video

  August 12, 2019 11:06 PM

  It's time to talk Valley high school football again. Throughout the month of August, CHANNEL 5 will be visiting every team as we get ready for the 2019 season. It's all part of our Two-A-Day Tour. In this video, we focus on Progreso. more »

• Progreso Officer Arrested, Faces Sexual Assault Charges Play Video

  July 9, 2019 4:30 PM

  PROGRESO – The officer under investigation in Progreso for misconduct was arrested Tuesday morning. The 24-year-old officer is charged with sexual assault and civil rights violation of a person in custody. He will be formally arraigned Wednesday. CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported Monday the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office... more »

• Investigation Underway after Allegations of Misconduct by Progreso Police Officer Play Video

  July 8, 2019 8:42 AM

  PROGRESO – Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an investigation of official oppression at the Progreso Police Department. Sheriff’s deputies responded to Progreso regarding allegations of misconduct by an officer of the Progreso Police Department on June 29, 2019. The specifics of the case have not been released.... more »

• Company Gains Access to Restore Power for Progreso Neighborhood after Denied by Landowner Play Video

  June 27, 2019 5:16 PM

  PROGRESO – They got through the storm with little, if any, water damage, but several residents in Progreso have been without power for last three days. Luciano Ayala, a resident, has a generator that has only enough power for his refrigerator, an A/C unit, a small fan and one... more »

• Authorities Responding to Helicopter Incident in Progreso Play Video

  June 17, 2019 1:34 PM

  PROGRESO – Department of Public Safety are on the scene of what appears to be a involving a crop duster helicopter in Progreso. It happened near FM 1015 and Military Highway 281. DPS troopers and the Progreso Fire Department responded to the scene. DPS says the helicopter... more »

• Local Parishioners Bring Relief to Asylum Seekers Waiting on Int’l Bridge Play Video

  June 14, 2019 6:04 PM

  PROGRESO – It’s the legal way to enter the United States, but it’s not necessarily the fastest. A man who has been waiting for 29 days on the Progreso International Bridge says he’s thankful for a group of local parishioners who stop by to feed them. Among the... more »

• Local Mother Worried Teens Crossing Border to Drink Legally Play Video

  June 6, 2019 3:56 PM

  PROGRESO – School is out for the summer, which also means several of teenagers may be heading over to Mexico to have fun. With the minimum legal drinking age in Mexico being 18 years old, a Rio Grande Valley woman is concerned about how border officials are handling the... more »

• Agentes Enfrentan Abrumadora Realidad Play Video

  June 6, 2019 8:35 AM

  Progreso - La patrulla Fronteriza esta viviendo una temporada de mucha presión, con la actual situación de migración. Esto, esta obligando a algunos agentes a que se jubilen antes de tiempo o simplemente deciden buscar otro trabajo. Tenemos mas información con nuestra reportera Yuridia González. Vea el video... more »

• Crisis Migratoria en la Frontera Sur Play Video

  May 23, 2019 8:36 AM

  Donna - En documentos,el Departamento de Inmigración y Aduanas conocido como"ICE"señala la continua crisis en la frontera sur de Estados Unidos como el motivo de levantar 6 instalaciones nuevas. Tenemos mas información con nuestra reportera Yuridia González. Vea el video adjunto para el resto de la noticia. more »

• Migrantes Acampan Junto al Puente de Progreso Play Video

  May 21, 2019 8:44 AM

  Progreso - Un gran número de migrantes han acampado junto al puente internacional de Progreso por días esperando poder cruzar a los Estados Uniods. Algunas personas comentaron que nunca habian visto algo como esto. Nuestra reportera Yuridia González nos tiene más información. Vea el video adjunto para... more »

• Veterano Enfrentando Deportación se Naturaliza Como Ciudadano Play Video

  May 16, 2019 8:49 PM

  PROGRESO – La batalla para un veterano del ejército en peligro de deportación está llegando a su fin, pero muchos otros veteranos se enfrentan a la misma situación. En el 2015, el veterano Francisco Belmares regresaba a casa desde el dentista en Progreso cuando cuatro delitos menores aparecieron en su... more »

• Several in Federal Custody following Migrant Bust Play Video

  May 2, 2019 9:14 PM

  PROGRESO – Several people are in federal custody following a migrant bust Thursday. It happened at an apartment complex on North Gonzalez and Jose Street in Progreso. We reached out to Border Patrol for more information. We’re told they’ll get back to us Friday. Watch the video... more »

• Ejército Trabaja para Reforzar Seguridad en Puertos de Entrada Play Video

  April 18, 2019 7:43 AM

  WESLACO – El ejército de Estados Unidos está en el Valle del Rio Grande para reforzar la seguridad en los puertos de entrada desde Laredo hasta Donna. El comunicado que emitió el ejercito menciona en parte que el Departamento de Defensa esta apoyando al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional... more »

• Thieves Steal From Small Community Church in Progreso Play Video

  April 17, 2019 10:44 PM

  PROGRESO – A Rio Grande Valley church is working to stay positive after thieves broke-in. Father Amador Garza says two weeks ago on Sunday, thieves ransacked the church office and ripped apart every drawer. “All they wanted was money because that is all they took," says Fr. Garza.... more »

• Immigration Processing Tent to be Setup in Donna Play Video

  April 17, 2019 5:55 PM

  DONNA – The need for additional processing center and detention space is forcing the government to build a “soft sided” facility in Donna. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spotted military personnel working in the area. A spokesperson for the U.S. Army tells us the constructions of soft sided facilities are... more »

• Army Crews Seen Installing Concertina Wire at Int’l Bridge Play Video

  April 9, 2019 4:13 PM

  PROGRESO – Military personnel are installing concertina wire near the Progreso International Bridge. A U.S. Army spokesman told CHANNEL 5 NEWS there are currently 2,200 active duty service members in Texas to help Customs and Border Protection. They will help to provide force protection, as well as medical,... more »

• TxDOT Working with Feds to Improve Bridges Play Video

  April 8, 2019 10:12 PM

  ROMA – Drivers at the bridges in Brownsville, Progreso and Hidalgo are waiting up to an hour – drivers at the Roma International Bridge are waiting up to three hours. TxDOT’s public information officer, Octavio Saenz, says they’re creating an update to the border transportation master plan. "We're... more »

• Woman Killed following Crash in Progreso Play Video

  April 8, 2019 11:51 AM

  UPDATE (4: 30 p.m.): Investigators say fog may have played a role in a crash that killed one woman in Progreso. "One of the main factors that contributed to this accident. It was a high density fog. The distance of see the other vehicle is very short. Please be... more »

• Police Presence Increases in Effort to Curb Violence in Tamaulipas Town Play Video

  March 26, 2019 5:21 PM

  PROGRESO – An increase of police presence will be visible to those traveling to Cuidad Victoria in Tamaulipas, according to a spokesperson for the state. The public information officer for the security department of the state of Tamaulipas confirmed his state police are working with federal police. "Right... more »

• Conductor De Autobús Local Podría Recibir Capacitación Adicional Tras Un Incidente Play Video

  March 19, 2019 1:54 PM

  PROGRESO: Un conductor de un autobús escolar local recibirá una capacitación adicional antes de ponerse al volante de nuevo, de acuerdo con los administradores del distrito escolar. El conductor retrocedió y cayó en una zanja el martes por la mañana mientras 10 estudiantes estaban a bordo.... more »

• Local Bus Driver to Undergo Additional Training following Incident Play Video

  March 19, 2019 12:19 PM

  PROGRESO – A local school bus driver will undergo additional training before getting behind the wheel again, according to school district administrators. The driver backed up into a ditch Tuesday morning while 10 students were on board. A Progreso schools spokesperson says the incident happened at about 7... more »

• Informant Hired to Catch Former Police Chief Caught Stealing Money Play Video

  February 19, 2019 4:41 PM

  UPDATE (3/4): The trial for the former La Joya police chief is underway. New developments show the informant used to catch Geovani Hernandez, stole money himself. Hernandez is accused of allegedly intentionally scouting and assisting in drug trafficking. During Monday's testimony, a Homeland Security special agent told... more »

• No Se Ve Pronto Fin Al Cierre Del Gobierno Play Video

  January 3, 2019 7:24 AM

  WESLACO – El Miércoles,líderes del Congreso fueron invitados a la Casa Blanca pero no hubo progreso. Los Demócratas propusieron un proyecto de ley para abrir el gobierno. Nuestra reportera Yuridia González nos brinda más detalles. Haga click en el video adjunto para el reporte completo. more »

• Fatal Auto-Pedestrian Crash Under Investigation Near Progreso Play Video

  December 1, 2018 5:16 PM

  NEAR PROGRESO – A fatal auto-pedestrian crash is under investigation near Progreso. According to DPS Lieutenant Johnny Hernandez, it happened on Gonzalez Street around 5:30 Saturday morning. An investigation shows a pick-up truck hit a 35-year-old man who was walking in the same direction. The victim, Jorge Gerardo Delgadillo was... more »

• Tropas Estadounidenses laboran en medidas de seguridad fronteriza Play Video

  November 5, 2018 7:10 AM

  Progreso.-Las tropas de Estados Unidos continuan laborando colocando más medidas de seguridad a lo largo de la frontera en el Valle Del Río Grande. Ya colocaron alambre concertina en algunos tramos pero esperan cubrir más segmentos a orillas del río. Yuridia González con el resto de la informacion Haga click... more »

• 18-Year-Old Facing Charges for Allegedly Stabbing Taxi Driver Play Video

  September 5, 2018 4:44 PM

  PROGRESO – A teenager is now facing charges for allegedly stabbing a female taxi driver in Progreso. Authorities say the assault was reported last month after the 56-year-old victim managed to drive herself to a hospital after the attack . Alfredo Villanueva Jr. is accused of fleeing to Mexico following... more »

• Investigación en Marcha después de Encontrar Cadáver en Canal Play Video

  August 22, 2018 9:58 AM

  PROGRESO - Se está llevando a cabo una investigación después de que se encontró un cuerpo en un canal en Progreso. El cuerpo de un hombre fue encontrado en un canal en Military Road cerca de Pedro Martínez Road. La Oficina del Sheriff del Condado Hidalgo dice que no había... more »

• Investigation Underway after Body Found in Progreso Canal Play Video

  August 21, 2018 9:13 PM

  PROGRESO – An investigation is underway after a body was found in a canal in Progreso. The body of a man was found in a canal on Military Road near Pedro Martinez Road. The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office says there were no obvious signs of foul play. An autopsy has... more »

• Member of Grupo Hercules Arrested, Linked to 2014 Murders of 3 Valley Siblings Play Video

  June 5, 2018 6:21 PM

  PROGRESO – A murder suspect linked to an organized crime group in Mexico is behind bars. Investigators say Luis Alfredo Baisi is likely responsible for the beating and killing of three Rio Grande Valley siblings execution style. Baisi, the top leader of Grupo Hercules, was recently arrested and charged with... more »

• Local 7th Grade Student Recognized by Duke University Program

  May 25, 2018 2:42 PM

  PROGRESO – A Rio Grande Valley 7th grade student was honored after receiving an exceptional score on the ACT. Progreso ISD student Emma Hernandez was recognized by the Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) on May 21. Duke TIP 7th Grade Talent Search program identifies students who are capable... more »

• Several in Custody of Border Patrol Following Pursuit near Progreso Play Video

  May 4, 2018 4:31 PM

  NEAR PROGRESO – Several people were taken into custody after a pursuit involving state authorities and Border Patrol near Progreso. Department of Public Safety Lt. Johnny Hernandez said the chase happened Friday morning in the small town of Relampago. Hernandez says nine people in the country illegally were detained. The... more »

• Pharr Man with Outstanding Warrant for Indecency with a Child Arrested at Progreso Bridge

  April 20, 2018 11:39 AM

  PROGRESO – A Pharr man is in custody of the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office after Customs and Border Protection officers discovered he had an outstanding warrant for indecency with a child. CBP says 55-year-old Raul Rene Villarreal was crossing back on the Progreso International Bridge from Mexico when he was... more »

• CBP Arrest 19-Year-Old Attempting to Smuggle Crystal Meth Play Video

  April 11, 2018 11:50 AM

  PROGRESO – Nearly 20 pounds of crystal meth is now off the Rio Grande Valley streets after a recent bust at the Progreso International Bridge. Customs and Border Protection officers found the drugs Monday night in a car driven by a 19-year-old man from Austin. The meth is worth nearly... more »

• Lot Owner Rejected from Moving Mobile Home to Property Play Video

  March 16, 2018 10:42 PM

  PROGRESO – They bought the land and the house. Now a family is learning they can’t put their house on their land. CHANNEL 5 NEWS learned if you don’t read and understand every word on a deed of trust, it may hurt you down the road. “We’ve already tried pretty... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Pct. 1 Initiates Drainage Improvement Project in Progreso Play Video

  February 28, 2018 7:02 PM

  PROGRESO – Hidalgo County Precinct 1 broke ground on a drainage improvement project on Gonzalez Road in the city of Progreso, Wednesday morning. It’s an effort to improve drainage and roadways in the area. The project carries a price tag of $480,000. Watch the video above for more information. more »

• Acusan a Mujer de Provocar Muerte a Su Esposo

  February 24, 2018 1:16 PM

  PROGRESO – Una mujer enfrenta cargos por homicidio involuntario por intoxicación, Nanette Yvonne Alejandre de 42 años de edad, ya enfrentaba cargos por lastimar a su marido el mismo día del fatal accidente. El choque ocurrió a principios de este mes en Military Road justo al este de International Boulevard.... more »

• Woman Charged in Connection to Husband’s Death Play Video

  February 23, 2018 9:40 PM

  PROGRESO – A woman is now accused of intoxication manslaughter in the death of her husband. The same day, before the crash in a separate incident, 42-year-old Nanette Yvonne Alejandre was charged with injuring her husband by hitting him with a car. For more information, watch the video above. more »

• County Official Says Improvements on Progreso Drainage System Ahead Play Video

  February 21, 2018 5:58 PM

  PROGRESO – Some residents from a Progreso neighborhood say the relief they've waited for years could finally be on the way. Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and Irrigation District No. 5 entered an inter-local agreement last week to improve drainage in the Progreso area. The drainage district will take... more »

• 1 Dead in Tractor-Trailer Accident in Progreso

  February 1, 2018 7:48 PM

  PROGRESO – The Department of Public Safety is investigating a fatal crash near Progreso. The crash happened around 6:30 p.m. Thursday on Mile 2 and U.S. Military 281 Highway. DPS Lt. Johnny Hernandez says the passenger car was traveling eastbound on Military 281, while the tractor-trailer was traveling westbound. The... more »

• Murder Suspect to Spend Week in Jail for Violating Bond Conditions Play Video

  January 29, 2018 4:59 PM

  EDINBURG – A man charged with murder is being sanctioned to one week in jail for violating his bond conditions. Jordan Jovvany Garces was released last September on a $30,000 bond. He’s one of four suspects accused in the death of 23-year-old Juan Gerardo Casares and 49-year-old Jose de Jesus... more »

• Mexican Gov’t Responds to Human Rights Commission Over 2014 Killings Play Video

  January 23, 2018 10:07 PM

  PROGRESO – A Progreso mother is now getting answers from the Mexican government in the deaths of her three children. On Tuesday, the government of Tamaulipas announced it accepts the recommendations from an independent investigation. The National Human Rights Commission of Mexico announced last week they found evidence that point... more »

• Weslaco Terminates Fire Service Contract with Progreso Play Video

  December 22, 2017 10:47 PM

  PROGRESO – The city of Weslaco decided to end their fire service contract with the city of Progreso on Thursday. In 2015, the city of Progreso learned from Hidalgo County they needed to find their own fire service. "Cities needed to have their own fire service," said Progreso City Manager... more »

• Local Haunted House Making Changes after Employee’s Arrest Play Video

  November 2, 2017 4:55 PM

  PROGRESO – Toluca Ranch owners are making changes to their haunted house policies for next Halloween. A young visitor was hurt and an employee, Gustavo Miranda, was arrested and charged with injury to a child. The 14-year old boy claims he was hurt during a tour. Toluca ranch owners said... more »

• Hombre Arrestado en Intento Fallido de Contrabando en Puerto de Entrada de Progreso

  October 19, 2017 4:17 PM

  ROGRESO - Oficiales de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza en el puerto de entrada de Progreso-Donna confiscaron metanfetaminas con valor de cerca de $1 millón de dólares. Los oficiales enviaron a un vehículo a una segunda inspección el sábado 14 de octubre. Después de inspeccionarlo, encontraron 48 libras de metanfetaminas escondidas... more »

• 22-Year-Old Arrested in Failed Smuggling Attempt at Progreso Port of Entry

  October 19, 2017 1:29 PM

  PROGRESO – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Progreso-Donna Port of Entry seized nearly $1 million in methamphetamine. Officers referred a vehicle to secondary inspection on Saturday, Oct. 14. Upon further inspection, they found 48 pounds of meth concealed within 10 beverage containers inside the car. The driver... more »

• Progreso Man, Family Working to Fix Home Destroyed by Fire

  October 2, 2017 5:30 PM

  PROGRESO – A Progreso man is back in his home after a fire destroyed part of his house in July . Ricardo Cortes said the fire destroyed seven cars, a garage port, as well as his kitchen. He said he had no home insurance. As a result, nearly 13 members... more »

• Progreso Behind on Trash Pick Up Due to Legal Issue Play Video

  September 26, 2017 9:29 PM

  PROGRESO – Residents are complaining their trash isn’t being collected on time. Elisa Barrera loves her small community. She's lived in the city of Progreso for 20 years. She enjoys the relationships she's developed over the years. The city's become her little slice of heaven. "It's a calm city, never... more »

• Progreso Family Picking Up Pieces After Fire

  August 7, 2017 5:03 PM

  PROGRESO – A Progreso family is still working to pick up the pieces after a fire Ricardo Cortez’s home caught fire last month. Seven cars were lost as well as a portion of his home. Cortez said neither his home nor the vehicles were insured. He and his sons have... more »

• Customs and Border Protection on Alert for Stolen Radioactive Device Play Video

  August 2, 2017 9:08 PM

  PROGRESO – Customs and Border Protection is on alert at international bridges for a nuclear device stolen in Mexico Tuesday. The government of Nuevo Leon reports a nuclear densometer was stolen from a vehicle owned by Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon. The driver of the vehicle was getting food when... more »

• Man Loses Thousands after Property Deed was Never Transferred Play Video

  August 2, 2017 6:19 PM

  PROGRESO – A man said the deed to a Rio Grande Valley lot he purchased was never transferred to his name. Everardo Garcia is blind and an amputee. He worked as a migrant across the U.S. but had to retire due to complications related to diabetes. Garcia said he’s spent... more »

• US Army Corps Confirms Aerial Mapping for Border Levee Play Video

  August 1, 2017 8:52 PM

  PROGRESO – Markers are going in the ground and flyovers are happening in order to evaluate border security needs of the Valley levee system, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers The Army Corp of Engineers is mapping the levee system from Roma to "an area south of Mercedes,"... more »

• Progreso City Manager Shares Praise for Volunteer Fire Department Play Video

  July 20, 2017 6:47 PM

  PROGRESO - The Progreso Volunteer Fire Department faced their first structure fire Wednesday. Their city manager said he is proud of their effort, but he admitted there is still room to improve. Romer Amador was born and raised in the city of Progreso. He told CHANNEL 5 NEWS he's proud... more »

• Valley City Announces Opening of New Fire Dept. Play Video

  June 23, 2017 4:16 PM

  PROGRESO – The city of Progreso inaugurated their first fully operational volunteer fire department. Progreso city manager Alfredo Espinosa said he’s been working on the project for the past two years, but it hasn’t been an easy process due to budget constraints. Despite the setback, Espinosa said the department was... more »

• 4 Men Plead Not Guilty In Double Murder Case

  June 19, 2017 9:56 PM

  WESLACO – Four men arrested for a Progreso double murder pled not guilty in court on Monday. The four suspects were arraigned in court for the March shooting . They’re accused in the deaths of 23-year-old Juan Gerardo Casares and 49-year-old Jose De Jesus Cano. Investigators said shots were fired... more »

• Se Retrasa Apertura de Oficina de Bomberos en Progreso Play Video

  April 21, 2017 7:47 PM

  PROGRESO - La apertura del nuevo departamento de bomberos de la ciudad de Progreso Texas se retrasa un mes. Fue anunciado previamente que la ciudad iba a tener su propio departamento contra incendios. Durante años, el Departamento de Bomberos de Weslaco respondía a las llamadas de incendios de la ciudad... more »