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• 5on5 for Wednesday Dec. 30 Play Video

  December 30, 2020 11:30 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the high school highlights from across the valley! more »

• Bobby Morrow Leaves Legacy In RGV Play Video

  June 3, 2020 11:23 PM

  HARLINGEN - Over the weekend Bobby Morrow passed away at the age of 84. A San Benito native, he had a very successful track and field career. One of his accomplishments being the 1956 Sportsman of the Year. more »

• On The Pitch: March 10th Play Video

  March 10, 2020 11:26 PM

  SAN BENITO - Los Fresnos and San Benito on the pitch Tuesday night wrapping up regular season play. The Greyhounds getting the win 3-1, but the Falcons getting the title! Their first in school history. Check out the highlights. more »

• Wind farm projects in Cameron County leaving low concrete supply for local builders Play Video

  March 10, 2020 9:45 PM

  SAN BENITO – It’s been good for job creation and business, but a spike in larger eco-friendly project around the Rio Grande Valley is putting the smaller guys on hold. Commercial concrete is typically laid out by the yard, but as wind farm projects in Cameron County inch towards... more »

• Lyford Claims Lady Hounds Invitational Title Play Video

  March 8, 2020 11:14 PM

  SAN BENITO - The Lady Hounds Softball Invitational happening over the weekend. Pioneer and Lyford making it to the title game. Lady Bulldogs claiming the crown 5-0. Check out the highlights. more »

• Abrirá primer museo de historia afroamericana en San Benito Play Video

  February 28, 2020 9:08 PM

  SAN BENITO – Se espera que el primer museo de su clase en el Valle del Río Grande abra sus puertas el sábado en San Benito. Todo comenzó cuando Joe Callandret, un empresario, falleció en 1931. Su esposa, Fannie, decidió donar terrenos de su esposo al Distrito Escolar Independiente... more »

• Black history museum set to open in San Benito Play Video

  February 28, 2020 6:37 PM

  SAN BENITO – The first museum of its kind in the Rio Grande Valley is expected to open Saturday in San Benito. It all started when Joe Callandret, an entrepreneur, passed away in 1931. His wife, Fannie, decided to donate some of her husband’s land to San Benito Consolidated... more »

• DPS: Family not wearing seatbelts at the time of fatal crash in Willacy Co. Play Video

  February 20, 2020 8:40 AM

  A woman is dead following a rollover accident at 7:30 a.m. Thursday on F.M. 1420 north of County Road 800 in Willacy County. According to the release sent by the Department of Public Safety, Sandra Patricia Diaz, 30, died at the scene. After investigation DPS concluded a red... more »

• Residentes denuncian costos excesivos en cementerio de San Benito Play Video

  February 19, 2020 9:52 PM

  SAN BENITO - Surgen inquietudes de algunas familias por la aplicación de cobros elevados por el uso de un espacio en los panteones en San Benito. Esta medida presuntamente aplicada por la administración bajo nuevas ordenanzas, no ha sido aprobada por el cabildo. La ciudad de San Benito... more »

• 2 Wanted by San Benito police for questioning in ongoing investigation Play Video

  February 19, 2020 4:19 PM

  SAN BENITO – San Benito police is asking for the public’s help in identifying two people. Police published a post on Facebook saying the two men in the photos are wanted for questioning as part of an ongoing investigation. The men were last seen in a dark-colored four-door... more »

• Policía de San Benito busca a dos personas de interés Play Video

  February 19, 2020 3:41 PM

  SAN BENITO - La policía de San Benito necesita de la colaboración del público para identificar a dos personas de interés. Buscan interrogarlos como parte de una investigación que continúa activa. Fueron vistos por última vez en un vehículo de color oscuro de cuatro puertas compacto sin placa... more »

• Investigan hallazgo de restos humanos en San Benito Play Video

  February 11, 2020 3:31 PM

  SAN BENITO — Las autoridades encontraron restos humanos en San Benito el martes. El comandante de policía David Osborne informó que el departamento de policía de Harlingen recibió una pista anónima después de que los investigadores anunciaron que acusaron a un hombre llamado Anthony Eliff III de asesinato. ... more »

• Investigation continues into human remains found in San Benito Play Video

  February 11, 2020 3:00 PM

  SAN BENITO – An investigation is underway after a tip leads authorities to a set of human remains in San Benito. Harlingen police received an anonymous tip Monday afternoon about possible human remains in the area near Business 77 and Lovett Road. Investigators started searching the area and made... more »

• Unofficial social media page for San Benito school taken down Play Video

  February 10, 2020 9:50 PM

  SAN BENITO – A Rio Grande Valley school district’s concerns with an unofficial Facebook page are now over. CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported last week about San Benito Consolidated Independent School District trying to get a fake profile for San Benito High School taken down for two years. Just... more »

• Unofficial social media page remains a concern to San Benito CISD officials Play Video

  February 6, 2020 10:27 PM

  SAN BENITO – An unofficial social media page is causing real issues for a Rio Grande Valley school district. It’s a big frustration for the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District. The district has been waiting since Oct. 2018 for Facebook to help. On the official San Benito... more »

• Investigan página de Facebook falsa de San Benito CISD Play Video

  February 6, 2020 9:28 PM

  SAN BENITO - Una investigacion de la policía escolar avanza sin resultados precisos para sacar de circulación una página de Facebook fraudulenta a nombre del distrito escolar de San Benito. La denuncia sobre una cuenta de Facebook falsa a nombre del distrito escolar de San Benito se detectó oportunamente,... more »

• Policía de San Benito CISD busca a joven de 17 años que creen huyó de su casa

  January 22, 2020 3:12 PM

  SAN BENITO – La directora de Relaciones Públicas de San Benito, Isabel Gonzalez, anunció el miércoles que el departamento de policía del distrito escolar independiente de San Benito busca a Fernando Martinez Jr., de 17 años, de San Benito. Se cree que Martinez haya huído de su casa, de... more »

• 5 on 5: January 10th Play Video

  January 10, 2020 10:55 PM

  HARLINGEN - High school basketball bounced back Friday night with the start of district play in 32-6A. Harlingen's girls picked up where they left off last season, taking out rival San Benito for another district win. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the recap. more »

• San Benito Residents Looking Forward to New Park being Completed Play Video

  January 8, 2020 6:48 PM

  SAN BENITO – A park project that was set for completion last summer could soon finally soon be finished. Residents in San Benito are still hoping for a new park. The idea has people excited, but right now that’s all it has been – an idea. Work on... more »

• Entrenador de San Benito CISD renuncia tras segundo arresto Play Video

  January 8, 2020 5:31 PM

  MERCEDES – Un entrenador de preparatoria renunció tras su segundo arresto en dos meses. Jacob G. Gonzalez, de 33 años de Weslaco, renunció a su puesto en el Distrito Escolar Independiente Consolidado de San Benito, según Isabel Gonzalez, una portavoz del distrito escolar. Su renuncia se hizo efectiva de... more »

• Demora en construcción de parque en San Benito Play Video

  January 8, 2020 5:17 PM

  SAN BENITO - Un proyecto en desarrollo con importantes demoras de construcción en una zona donde es realmente necesario. Los residentes de San Benito buscan saber cuándo finalizán el nuevo parque de la ciudad, que según estaba programado debía estar listo para el verano de 2019. La comunidad... more »

• On the Pitch: January 4th Play Video

  January 4, 2020 11:48 PM

  WESLACO - Soccer teams all over the valley hitting the pitch Saturday afternoon. Mcallen Memorial defeating Donna North, 4-1. Mcallen shutting out Los Fresnos, 2-0. Juarez-Lincoln topping San Benitio, 3-1. Check out the highlights. more »

• First African American Culture Museum to Open in San Benito Play Video

  January 2, 2020 5:36 PM

  SAN BENITO – San Benito city leaders are looking to preserve African American history in the Rio Grande Valley, opening the first museum with African American culture in the Rio Grande Valley. The Historical Society of San Benito and the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District are developing a... more »

• Entrenador de distrito escolar de San Benito arrestado por posesión de cocaína Play Video

  December 31, 2019 2:55 PM

  MERCEDES – Un entrenador del Valle del Río Grande enfrenta cargos tras ser arrestado el fin de semana. De acuerdo a la policía de Mercedes, Jacob Gonzalez, un entrenador en la preparatoria San Benito, fue arrestado durante una detención de tráfico por posesión de cocaína, una sustancia controlada. Fue... more »

• Biker Group Steps Up to Replace All Toys Stolen from San Benito Church Play Video

  December 20, 2019 5:52 PM

  SAN BENITO – A holiday Grinch in San Benito signed a document claiming to be with Live Now Ministries and took 300 donated toys from an off-site location Wednesday. After CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported about the theft , many in the Rio Grande Valley community wanted to help donate... more »

• Donated Toys Stolen from San Benito Church Play Video

  December 19, 2019 6:22 PM

  SAN BENITO – Someone stole Christmas from hundreds of Rio Grande Valley children in-need, just one day before a toy giveaway planned for Friday. Estella Tejada, the public relations executive for Live Now Ministries in San Benito, says that on Wednesday somebody claiming to be a staff member took... more »

• 5 on 5: December 17th Play Video

  December 17, 2019 11:10 PM

  WESLACO - District play began Tuesday night for Valley girls basketball teams, while boys teams continued non-district action. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the highlights in this 5 on 5 update. more »

• Suspenden a presidente de junta de distrito escolar de San Benito Play Video

  December 13, 2019 6:04 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - Un juez del distrito del estado visitante emite un fallo en un caso civil en contra de un miembro del distrito escolar de San Benito, dejándolo temporalmente suspendido de su cargo. En el tribunal de distrito del estado 107, el juez visitante Manuel Bañales removió temporalmente al... more »

• Autoridades identifican a conductor que cayó a canal de San Benito

  October 29, 2019 10:00 PM

  SAN BENITO – Un accidente en San Benito cobró la vida de un hombre el lunes por la noche. Sucedió aproximadamente a las 7:07 p.m. en Hudson Road cerca de Sam Houston Boulevard. El Departamento de Seguridad Pública identificó al conductor como Ubence Ruben Hernandez de 55 años... more »

• Conductor muere tras caer a un canal en San Benito

  October 28, 2019 10:02 PM

  SAN BENITO – Un choque en San Benito cobró la vida de un hombre el lunes por la noche. Ocurrió aproximadamente a las 7:07 p.m. en Hudson Road cerca de Sam Houston Boulevard. El conductor de una camioneta Ford viajaba rumbo al oeste en Hudson Road cuando perdió... more »

• Authorities Identify Driver Killed after Crashing into San Benito Canal Play Video

  October 28, 2019 9:42 PM

  SAN BENITO – A crash in San Benito claimed the life of a man Monday night. It happened approximately at 7:07 p.m. on Hudson Road near Sam Houston Boulevard. The Department of Public Safety identified the driver as 55-year-old Ubence Ruben Hernandez of McAllen. Hernandez occupied the... more »

• Form to Help San Benito Police with Information for Missing People with Disabilities Play Video

  October 17, 2019 5:29 PM

  SAN BENITO – A proactive push aimed at protecting residents with special needs in San Benito. A new form created by a police sergeant is to give investigators a head start in the event a person with disabilities is reported missing. The form asks for a photo, diagnosis... more »

• First & Goal Friday: October 11th Play Video

  October 11, 2019 11:48 PM

  WESLACO - This year's Battle of the Arroyo went to Harlingen. The Cardinals knocked off San Benito's Greyhounds 35-13 in our Game of the Week. Here's a look at all the final scores. Click on the video for highlights. Harlingen 35, San Benito 13 (F) Los Fresnos... more »

• San Benito CISD Police Continue Search for Car Burglar Play Video

  October 9, 2019 6:30 PM

  SAN BENITO – San Benito Consolidated Independent School District police are still looking for a car burglary suspect. Last week, CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported a break-in at Dr. Cash Elementary School. Authorities believe the suspect is behind other break-ins in the area. They are looking for the... more »

• Man Takes Action to Repair Messy Road in San Benito Neighborhood Play Video

  October 7, 2019 8:56 PM

  SAN BENITO – A San Benito man answering the call for help from a neighborhood with a damaged road. Last week, CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported about two residents living along Railroad Avenue in San Benito. They told us the conditions are so bad emergency responders couldn’t make it... more »

• Mujer de Harlingen enfrenta cargos por accidente en San Benito Play Video

  October 4, 2019 5:49 PM

  SAN BENITO - Una mujer de Harlingen enfrenta cargos por darse a la fuga tras un accidente peatonal en San Benito en donde una persona perdió la vida. De acuerdo con las autoridades, Ivonne Guajardo atropelló a Willie Williams de 46 años el verano pasado. La policía señala... more »

• Mother Concerned After Car was Broken Into at San Benito School Play Video

  October 3, 2019 6:41 PM

  SAN BENITO – A thief at a San Benito elementary school stole more than a purse full of credit cards and IDs from Roxanne Hurtado Monday night: he took her sense of security. "I did feel violated and upset, because yes I made the mistake of leaving my purse... more »

• San Benito Residents Question Safety Due to Road Problems Play Video

  October 3, 2019 6:28 PM

  SAN BENITO – Residents stranded on a road in San Benito are worried they can't get emergency help if they need it. The road is definitely not easy to travel with the amount of bumps and potholes on it. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spoke to residents on Railroad Street... more »

• Woman Arrested in Connection to Fatal Hit-and-Run in San Benito Play Video

  October 3, 2019 5:21 PM

  SAN BENTIO – San Benito police arrested the suspect accused in fatal hit-and-run in July. Officials say 30-year-old Ivonne Guajardo turned herself into custody after a warrant for her arrest was issued. Guajardo is accused of killing 46-year-old Willie Lee Williams on July 21 after hitting him with... more »

• Authorities Searching for 2 Suspects Who Burglarized, Vandalized San Benito School Play Video

  September 30, 2019 6:26 PM

  SAN BENITO – Both the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District police and the city police department are looking for two men who they believe burglarized and vandalized school property and a local business. San Benito CISD police chief adds these men were not students. If you have... more »

• First & Goal Saturday: Sept 28th Play Video

  September 28, 2019 10:58 PM

  WESLACO - Week five of high school valley football wrapping up. Five valley teams in action. While Harlingen, PSJA Memorial and Pace stayed local, Harlingen South and San Benito were on the road. Check out the highlights to see all the action. Harlingen 49, Midland 13... more »

• Resultados de investigación tras tiroteo en San Benito Play Video

  September 18, 2019 9:28 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - Se ventilan nuevos resultados en la investigación de un tiroteo que involucró a oficiales de la policía de San Benito. A nueve meses de que se registrara una persecución que terminó con la vida de un joven quien intentó evadir su detención, hoy un gran jurado cesa... 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 »

• Establecen toque de queda en San Benito Play Video

  September 17, 2019 3:09 PM

  SAN BENITO - Un nuevo toque de queda en San Benito significa que los menores necesitan estar en casa desde las diez de la noche a las seis de la mañana. La ordenanza solo se aplica para los menores de 17 años de edad. Cualquier persona que desobedezca... more »

• Potential Pet Owners Gather at Cameron Co. Adoption Fair for Rescued Dogs Play Video

  September 16, 2019 6:21 PM

  SAN BENITO – Humane society workers are looking to match potential pet owners with rescued dogs in their care. The animals were rescued from a warehouse in Los Fresnos last week. On Sunday, some pet owners were reunited with the lost dogs. On Monday, hopeful owners lined... more »

• San Benito City Officials Set Curfew for Those Under Age of 17 Play Video

  September 4, 2019 11:04 PM

  SAN BENITO – A curfew ordinance for kids under the age of 17 was reinstated in one Rio Grande Valley city. It could cost parents if their children are caught breaking the law. San Benito City Commissioners say it's important for public health and safety. Sunday through... more »

• City Responds to San Benito Neighborhood’s Outcry for Road Improvements Play Video

  September 4, 2019 4:56 PM

  SAN BENITO – Residents in a San Benito neighborhood who filed numerous complaints on road improvements received a response from the city Wednesday. CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported last week about a group of people on Nixon Road. They filed complaints on nuisance, road improvements and the lack of... more »

• Autoridades identifican cuerpo encontrado cerca de canal en San Benito Play Video

  September 4, 2019 3:52 PM

  SAN BENITO – El martes se dio a conocer el nombre de una persona cuyo cuerpo fue encontrado cerca de un canal en San Benito. El cuerpo de Arnulfo Ortiz de 55 años de edad fue descubierto el domingo. Ortiz era de Pleasanton, un pueblo localizado al sur... more »

• Encuentran cuerpo cerca de San Benito Play Video

  September 2, 2019 4:29 PM

  SAN BENITO - El domingo el cuerpo de un hombre fue encontrado en un canal cerca del área de San Benito. El sheriff Omar Lucio nos informa que aún trabajan para identificar a la víctima. Se ordenó una autopsia para conocer la causa de muerte. Le tendremos... more »

• Authorities Identify Body Found Near San Benito Canal Play Video

  September 1, 2019 11:31 PM

  UPDATE: Sheriff Omar Lucio tells us the body belongs to a man from Pleasanton. Authorities are working to notify the man's next of kin. Investigators are waiting on autopsy results to determine an exact cause of death; they say they do not suspect foul play. ---- ... more »

• San Benito Residents Feeling Ignored by the City after Several Complaints Play Video

  August 30, 2019 5:46 PM

  SAN BENITO – They live inside the city limits, but they say it doesn't feel like it. People on Nixon Road in San Benito say they are tired of bringing up complaints to the city of San Benito and not seeing any results. Pot holes, no street lights,... more »

• San Benito Police Seeking to Identify Women in On-Going Investigation Play Video

  August 24, 2019 4:38 PM

  SAN BENITO- Police are asking for the public's help in identifying two women. No information is being released at the time, but authorities said they are part of an on-going investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the San Benito police department at (956) 361-3880. more »

• Second Suspect Accused of Stealing from San Benito Church Fundraiser Identified Play Video

  August 21, 2019 6:23 PM

  SAN BENITO – A second woman accused of pocketing money meant for a Rio Grande Valley church has now been identified. Officials say 28-year-old Roxanna Ruby Rubio was one of two women who allegedly added extra zeroes to church donations made with credit cards. On Tuesday, police named... more »

• Police Identify 1 of 2 Suspects Involved in Stealing from San Benito Church Fundraiser Play Video

  August 20, 2019 5:13 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Brownsville police identified one of two women accused of stealing from a church. Authorities say 40-year-old Mari Lou Arredondo is wanted for credit card abuse. Leaders of the St. Theresa Church in San Benito say one of the suspects wanted to sell tickets for them, in... more »

• Two-A-Day Tour: San Benito Play Video

  August 19, 2019 7:40 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 San Benito. more »

• San Benito Police Investigating Threat Towards Walmart Store Play Video

  August 18, 2019 4:16 PM

  SAN BENITO- Police are releasing information about a threat towards a Walmart store. They received a tip about a possible situation that was to occur Sunday. Police followed up on the tip and found there was no valid threat to store employees or customers. There's no word... more »

• Denuncian presunto fraude de pareja con recaudación de fondos de iglesia Play Video

  August 16, 2019 7:42 PM

  SAN BENITO - La recaudación de fondos de una iglesia es el centro de una investigación en el condado Cameron. Se denuncia una pareja que supuestamente llegó a la iglesia St. Teresa en San Benito para ayudar, ahora está siendo acusada y es investigada al hacer uso indebido de... more »

• Couple Allegedly Steals More Than $3K from Church Fundraiser in San Benito Play Video

  August 16, 2019 5:01 PM

  SAN BENITO – An annual church fundraiser is the center of an investigation in Cameron County. The fundraiser is a yearly event for St. Teresa Church in San Benito, but they say this is a first. Someone was selling raffle tickets and keeping the money to themselves; the... more »

• San Benito Police Recover Suspect Vehicle Possibly Linked to Fatal Hit-and-Run Play Video

  August 1, 2019 11:35 AM

  SAN BENITO – Police have recovered a vehicle possibly involved in a deadly hit-and-run. The crash happened July 21 along Frontage Road, near Stephanie Lane. The victim, 46-year-old Willie Lee Williams, Jr., managed to call 9-1-1 for help after he was hit. He later died. The... more »

• San Benito Food Pantry on Verge of Shutdown Play Video

  July 31, 2019 5:40 PM

  SAN BENITO - A Rio Grande Valley food pantry is still feeling the effects of a government shutdown that happened over six months ago. The San Benito food pantry is trying to survive, but government workers, the increase of summer needs and the lack of donations is a combination... more »

• Demolerán casas del Valle relacionadas con actividades criminales Play Video

  July 29, 2019 9:00 PM

  SAN BENITO - En San Benito varias casas utilizadas para el posible contrabando de drogas están a punto de ser demolidas. Esto como parte de la llamada Operation Crackdown. La Guardia Nacional derribará más de 25 casas abandonadas en San Benito. Funcionarios municipales esperan que... more »

• Suspected Drug Houses to be Demolished in San Benito Play Video

  July 29, 2019 4:33 PM

  SAN BENITO - Suspected drug houses are about to be demolished in San Benito. This is a part of Operation Crackdown. More than 25 abandoned houses in San Benito will be torn down by the National Guard. City officials say they hope destroying them will... more »

• Policía de San Benito busca ladrones captados en cámara Play Video

  July 26, 2019 3:53 PM

  SAN BENITO - En San Benito dos personas fueron captadas por cámaras de vigilancia robando un negocio familiar. Los criminales escaparon con miles de dólares en materiales de un negocio de metales de desecho. Los ladrones usaron máscaras pero al pasar ante la primera cámara se las... more »

• San Benito Police Searching for Vehicle Involved in Fatal Hit-and-Run

  July 22, 2019 6:38 PM

  SAN BENITO – A San Benito man was killed in a hit-and-run accident that happened over the weekend. Police are looking for the vehicle that struck and killed 46-year-old Willie Lee Williams, Jr. Early Sunday, at 12:40 a.m., police patrol found Williams unresponsive along Frontage Road, near Stephanie... 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 »

• Cameron Co. Authorities Searching for Missing 41-Year-Old Woman Play Video

  June 5, 2019 4:40 PM

  SAN BENITO – Cameron County authorities are looking for a woman who went missing over the weekend. The Cameron County Sheriff’s Office says 41-year-old Rosa Hermelinda Astimbay left the San Benito shelter she was staying at on Marydale Street. She was last seen Sunday night wearing a light... more »

• Appeals Court Upholds ‘Fajita Bandit’ Sentence Play Video

  May 30, 2019 5:02 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – An appeal court upheld the 50 year prison term for a Cameron County man. Gilberto Escamilla, dubbed "the fajita bandit," was sentenced last year following his guilty plea. According to Cameron County district attorney investigators, Escamilla stole more than a million dollars’ worth of fajitas. ... more »