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• Amber Alert Issued for San Juan Teen has been discontinued Play Video

  October 14, 2020 12:48 AM

  Update: According to San Juan Police Department the Amber Alert issued for Larraga has been discontinued. No details have been announced so far. Original Story: Just before midnight Tuesday, the San Juan Police Department issued an Amber Alert for Arranza Diaz Larraga. She’s identified as a 17-year-old, 5... more »

• Iglesia de San Juan transmitirá misas por redes sociales Play Video

  March 18, 2020 10:18 PM

  SAN JUAN – La Diócesis Católica de Brownsville anunció el miércoles la suspensión de misas hasta nuevo aviso. Algunas iglesias implementaron medidas de precaución para proteger a miembros de su congregación en un esfuerzo por evitar la propagación del COVID-19. Los miembros de una iglesia de San Juan contactaron... more »

• Judge sets $1M bond for man charged in San Juan murder Play Video

  March 16, 2020 7:50 AM

  SAN JUAN – A suspect in a deadly shooting was charged with murder and aggravated assault. Police say 38-year-old Jacob Arroyo shot and killed a 27-year-old man Thursday on the 600 block of West 3 rd Street in San Juan. Arroyo was fled the scene and was arrested... more »

• Another San Juan resident reports issues with water filtration system installation Play Video

  March 4, 2020 6:50 PM

  SAN JUAN – Texas RioGrande Legal Aid is representing four defendants accusing a certain water filtration and finance companies of fraudulent trade practices. A San Juan resident came forward with an almost identical case. Robert Jurado says salesmen claiming to be from Ameritek tried to sell him a filtration... more »

• Ash Wednesday inside the San Juan Basilica Play Video

  February 26, 2020 10:20 PM

  SAN JUAN – Ash Wednesday, officially called the Day of Ashes, is a day of repentance, one parishioners take seriously. It marks the start of Lent. This is one of the busiest days for the San Juan Basillica and the start of their busiest season. "Coming up to... more »

• Familia del Valle recuerda a su ser querido que murió en accidente Play Video

  February 3, 2020 9:31 PM

  SAN JUAN - Una familia del condado Hidalgo está de luto por la pérdida de su ser querido, después de un accidente mortal este fin de semana. Mary Vargas dice que su familia está destrozada. El inesperado fallecimiento de su prima Marlena dejó un hueco en su familia para... more »

• Family reflects on life of San Juan woman killed in weekend crash Play Video

  February 3, 2020 5:50 PM

  SAN JUAN – An Hidalgo County family is mourning the loss of a loved one after a fatal crash over the weekend . Mary Vargas says her family feels broken. Her cousin 34-year-old Marlena Cantu’s sudden passing has left a hole in their family forever. Unfortunately, it’s not the... more »

• San Juan to launch amnesty program for people with outstanding warrants Play Video

  January 30, 2020 4:49 PM

  SAN JUAN – If you own money for a traffic ticket in San Juan, the city is giving you a break. They’re offering an amnesty period. It starts next Monday, Fed. 3 and runs through Apr. 24. During this time, all failure to appear fines will be waived. ... more »

• Asociación en San Juan ofrece servicios migratorios a precios económicos Play Video

  January 8, 2020 9:47 PM

  SAN JUAN - Hacer trámites migratorios puede resultar costoso y complicado para muchas personas, quienes se ven en la necesidad de dejar su caso inconcluso debido a la falta de dinero. En el Valle de Texas una asociación no lucrativa ofrece sus servicios a precios económicos para quienes no... more »

• Valley Vape Shop Owner Concerned About Business Play Video

  January 2, 2020 11:29 PM

  SAN JUAN - The White House announces new rules for vape products.Some of the products will be banned in hopes of keeping them away from kids. These new regulations have some vape shop owners concerned about what's happening to their business. In the last couple of months, part... more »

• Locals, Visitors Congregate for Christmas Eve Mass at San Juan Basilica Play Video

  December 24, 2019 5:58 PM

  SAN JUAN – Traditions, reflection and to give thanks. These are just some of the reasons people say they decided to go to Christmas Eve mass. Dozens of locals and Rio Grande Valley visitors making time. Many are praising being able to spend the holiday with loved ones at... more »

• Oficial de San Juan se declara no culpable de infracción de derechos civiles Play Video

  December 10, 2019 5:21 PM

  MCALLEN - Un sargento de la policía de San Juan arrestado por autoridades federales compareció el martes ante un juez. Juan Galindo se declaró no culpable de infringir los derechos civiles de una persona que se encontraba bajo su custodia hace 4 años. El acusado presuntamente dio un... more »

• San Juan Officer Granted Bond after Pleading Not Guilty to Civil Rights Violation

  December 10, 2019 5:06 PM

  MCALLEN – A San Juan officer accused of a civil rights violation was granted bond. Sergeant Juan Galindo plead not guilty in federal court Tuesday of the allegedly violation. In the 2015 video obtained by CHANNEL 5 NEWS, a man is seen restrained in handcuffs and escorted by... more »

• Oficial local acusado de violar derechos civiles de hombre de San Juan Play Video

  December 9, 2019 2:42 PM

  MCALLEN – Un oficial se encuentra bajo custodia tras acusaciones de que violó los derechos civiles de un hombre de San Juan. Las autoridades llevaron a Juan P. Galindo de 40 años de edad, bajo custodia el lunes. Se espera que comparezca ante un juez de tribunal inferior... more »

• Valley Community Volunteers at Sharing Basket Event to Help Feed Families Play Video

  November 26, 2019 5:37 PM

  SAN JUAN – The hard part is over. Boxes of canned and other non-perishable items were separated, then bagged at the San Juan Basilica on Tuesday. Thanks to the community donating to our Sharing Basket campaign, thousands of Rio Grande Valley families in-need will now enjoy a full Thanksgiving... more »

• Sharing Basket: Fight Against Hunger for Valley Children Living in Poverty Play Video

  November 25, 2019 5:03 PM

  SAN JUAN – The room is quiet Monday, but that won’t be the case Tuesday at the San Juan Basilica Auditorium. The middle of the room will transform with a huge pile of canned goods, which will be used for the Catholic Charities Sharing Basket. Organization case workers... more »

• More Than 30 Year Partnership Feeding Holiday Meals to Low-Income Valley Families Play Video

  November 20, 2019 7:31 PM

  SAN JUAN – It’s an event to help feed families in-need for more than 30 years. Last year, the Sharing Basket fed more than 5,000 families across the Rio Grande Valley. Thousands of families will have a Thanksgiving meals thanks to hundreds of Valley volunteers. This wasn’t always... more »

• Amigo de víctima de incendio en San Juan recuerda sus momentos juntos Play Video

  November 14, 2019 10:09 PM

  SAN JUAN – El hombre que murió en un incendio en San Juan fue identificado. Quienes conocían a Ralph Brixus comentan que era un buen hombre, que sirvió a su país y que murió junto a su perro. Las llamas surgieron horas después de la llegada del frente... more »

• Gone, but Not Forgotten: Friend of San Juan Fire Victim Recounts Moments Together Play Video

  November 14, 2019 5:32 PM

  SAN JUAN – The man killed in a San Juan house fire was identified. People who knew Ralph Brixus say he was a good guy, who served his country and died with his dog by his side. The flames erupted hours after the cold front arrived Tuesday night.... more »

• Fire Officials Advise Valley Residents to Take Safety Precautions to Stay Warm Play Video

  November 13, 2019 7:28 PM

  LAS MILPAS – Fire investigators determined the cause of at least one of the three house fires which sparked overnight. Two were deadly; with another cold night underway, Rio Grande Valley fire authorities want residents to safely stay warm. The number of calls fire officials receive goes up... more »

• DACA Recipients Can Still Renew Permits Up Until Final Supreme Court Decision Play Video

  November 12, 2019 5:53 PM

  WESLACO – The debate over the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program affects many people in the Rio Grande Valley. They now have a seven-month wait ahead of them before the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision is expected. Tuesday’s hearing reignited questions from local DACA recipients. Protestors gathered in... more »

• San Juan Police Investigating Student Hit by Car Near Middle School Play Video

  October 18, 2019 10:44 AM

  SAN JUAN – The San Juan Police Department is investigating an accident involving a middle school student. Police Chief Juan Gonzalez confirms a 11-year-old child was hit by a car near Austin Middle School around 6:30 a.m. Friday. The school is located on the 800 block of South... more »

• Walmart Responds to Lawsuit Filed by Shooting Victim’s Mother Play Video

  October 9, 2019 9:57 PM

  WESLACO – The family of Rio Grande Valley man killed in the El Paso shooting filed a lawsuit against Walmart. The mother of Leo Campos filed the suit Tuesday accusing the retail store of not protecting its customers. On Wednesday, Walmart responded saying in part “safety is a... more »

• Residents Upset Over Lack of Sidewalks to San Juan Schools Play Video

  October 8, 2019 5:28 PM

  SAN JUAN – Residents near two schools in San Juan are worried for their children's safety. They say there are no sidewalks and there’s heavy traffic on the way to Sorrenson Elementary and Austin Middle School. CHANNEL 5 NEWS was there nearly a year ago for the same... more »

• 2 personas se recuperan tras fuerte accidente en calle Stewart en San Juan

  October 2, 2019 10:29 PM

  SAN JUAN – Dos personas se recuperan tras un fuerte accidente en San Juan. Ocurrió el miércoles a las 5:30 p.m. en las calles Stewart y Hall Acres. El jefe de policía de San Juan Juan Gonzalez menciona que el conductor de un Chevy Trail Blazer no cedió... more »

• Descendientes piden al gobierno que proteja cementerio histórico en San Juan Play Video

  October 2, 2019 10:22 PM

  SAN JUAN – Una tierra sagrada pronto podría tener como vecino al muro fronterizo. Familiares de aquellos enterrados en el cementerio y capilla Eli Jackson, le exigen a los funcionarios del gobierno proteger su tierra. Miembros de la tribu Carrizo Comecrudo vigilan la propiedad las 24 horas del... more »

• 2 Recovering after Major Accident on Stewart Road in San Juan

  October 2, 2019 10:04 PM

  SAN JUAN – Two people are recovering after a major accident in San Juan. It happened at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at Stewart and Hall Acres roads. San Juan Police Chief Juan Gonzalez says the driver of a Chevy Trail Blazer failed to yield to a tractor trailer traveling... more »

• After Winning Legal Battle 2 Years Ago San Juan Woman Still Waiting for Compensation Play Video

  September 24, 2019 6:02 PM

  MCALLEN – A San Juan woman took an auto shop owner to court after not getting her car fixed. Nearly two years after a judgement was signed granting her thousands of dollars, she still hasn't seen a dime. According to Adalgisa Alanis, Speedy Transmissions in McAllen took her... more »

• Local Group Holds Voter Registration Events in the Valley Play Video

  September 24, 2019 12:23 PM

  SAN JUAN – A local group commended National Voter Registration Day by holding registration events in the Rio Grande Valley. The Equal Voice Network of Hidalgo and Cameron counties had members registering people at Junior’s Supermarket in San Juan. A second registration event is at the Brownsville Community... more »

• Policía de San Juan busca sospechoso de robo en tienda de conveniencia Play Video

  September 13, 2019 9:19 PM

  SAN JUAN - En San Juan sigue prófugo un sospechoso de robo agravado. Fue captado en cámara. Según autoridades, el sospechoso asaltó al encargado de una tienda de conveniencia a punta de pistola el jueves sobre la cuadra 500, al norte de la calle Cesar Chavez. Las... more »

• San Juan Police Looking for Gunman Who Robbed Convenience Store

  September 12, 2019 8:10 PM

  SAN JUAN – Police are searching for an aggravated robbery suspect who is accused of stealing from a convenience store in San Juan. On Thursday, a man, wearing all black, walked into a store on the 500 block of North Cesar Chavez and robbed the store at gunpoint. ... more »

• Sospechoso de robo en San Juan acusado formalmente Play Video

  September 2, 2019 4:16 PM

  SAN JUAN - La policía de San Juan acusó formalmente a Matthew Mosher por robo agravado. Mosher es el sospechoso de robar la tienda de conveniencia el pasado miércoles. Las autoridades informan que amenazó con un arma de fuego a dos empleadas, robó el dinero de la caja... more »

• San Juan Convenience Store Robbery Suspect Charged Play Video

  August 30, 2019 5:04 PM

  SAN JUAN – The suspect involved in a convenience store robbery in San Juan this week has been charged. Police charged Matthew Mosher with aggravated robbery. Officials say Mosher is seen in surveillance footage holding up the store. It happened Wednesday afternoon. Authorities say he pointed... more »

• Police Arrest Man Who Robbed San Juan Convenience Store Play Video

  August 28, 2019 1:48 PM

  UPDATE (8/29): The San Juan police chief confirms the department has taken the suspect accused of the robbing a convenience store Wednesday into custody. According to Chief Juan Gonzalez, SWAT served an arrest warrant at the 800 block of East Vermont Avenue. Gonzalez says the man was taken... more »

• Oficial de policía de San Juan impactado por vehículo Play Video

  August 26, 2019 10:12 PM

  SAN JUAN – Un oficial de policía de San Juan fue impactado por un vehículo mientras patrullaba el primer día de escuela. Sucedió en la preparatoria PSJA High sobre la calle Ridge alrededor de las 8 de la mañana. El oficial Anthony Flores iba a bordo de su... more »

• Exceso de maleza en cementerio de San Juan preocupa a los residentes Play Video

  August 12, 2019 9:07 PM

  SAN JUAN – Un hombre del Valle comenta que el exceso de maleza en un cementerio está fuera de control. Israel guevara menciona que su hermano y su tío fueron enterrados en el cementerio de San Juan. "Este sábado, mi mamá y yo salimos para arreglar la tumba... more »

• Overgrown Grass at San Juan Cemetery Causing Concern Play Video

  August 12, 2019 6:19 PM

  SAN JUAN – Overgrown grass at a cemetery upsets some residents. Israel Guevara says his brother and uncle are buried at the San Juan Cemetery. "This Saturday me and my mom went out to fix up my brother's grave. The grave site, and it's looking terrible out there.... more »

• Sospechoso en San Juan acusado de robo con agravantes y secuestro Play Video

  August 12, 2019 3:21 PM

  SAN JUAN - Un sospechoso que era buscado en San Juan apor robo con agravantes y secuestro está tras las rejas. En mayo, el hombre fue captado en un video de vigilancia, obligando a una mujer a meterse a su vehículo en el estacionamiento de un negocio. Más... more »

• Suspect Wanted in San Juan Aggravated Kidnapping and Robbery Charged Play Video

  August 10, 2019 3:52 PM

  UPDATE (8/11): Jesus Alejandro Perales Gaona went before a judge Sunday afternoon. He is charged with aggravated robbery and aggravated kidnapping. Bond was set at $1,000,000. -- SAN JUAN- A suspect wanted in a San Juan aggravated robbery and kidnapping is now behind bars. Back... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Improvements on San Juan Basilica nears Completion Play Video

  July 23, 2019 12:28 PM

  SAN JUAN – The scaffolding surrounding the bell tower of the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle is one of the first things you would notice. It’s all part of an effort to improve the 40-year-old shrine. After working on the bell tower, workers will... more »

• San Juan Woman Waiting for Clarification from Power Company Play Video

  June 27, 2019 7:18 PM

  SAN JUAN – Several Rio Grande Valley residents are still living in the dark nearly three days after the storms. Electricity to some homes might not be restored anytime soon. A San Juan woman says the power company told her although power is restored in the neighborhood, they... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Beat the Heat with Mangonadas Play Video

  June 25, 2019 9:13 AM

  SAN JUAN – Summer has officially arrived and if you want to beat the heat, you may want something different and fun to keep cool. It’s not ice cream; it’s not a raspa. Crazy About Mangonadas in San Juan serves fruit drinks, originating from Mexico. Mangonadas have... more »

• CON MI GENTE: Changes Coming to Visitor’s Plaza at San Juan Basilica Play Video

  June 18, 2019 9:12 AM

  SAN JUAN – A new statue will be placed at Basilica Of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle. The statue will be of St. Francis and a special needs child to honor special needs children. Changes will also be made to the visitor's plaza. Rick Diaz... more »

• Suspect in San Juan Home Invasion Case Arrested Play Video

  June 15, 2019 4:55 PM

  SAN JUAN- A suspect in a San Juan home invasion case is now in custody. Ruben Eduardo Chavez was arrested Friday in Edinburg. The San Juan SWAT team, DPS and U.S. Marshals teamed up to take him into custody. He's charged with burglary of habitation and engaging... more »

• PSJA ISD Transportation Dept. Ranked Among Top 100 Fleets in Nation

  June 13, 2019 11:34 AM

  PHARR – A Rio Grande Valley school district has been recognized to have one of the top transportation fleets in the country. The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District Transportation Department is ranked among the top 100 fleets in the nation for the seventh consecutive year. Government Fleet, a... more »

• Policía de San Juan busca a un sospechoso por secuestro agravado y robo de auto Play Video

  May 28, 2019 2:14 PM

  SAN JUAN – La policía de San Juan busca a un sospechoso por secuestro agravado y robo de auto. El Jefe de Policía, Juan Gonzalez tuiteó que el hombre secuestró a la mujer a punta de pistola forzandola a entrar a su vehículo. Ocurrió el 25 de mayo... more »

• Police Identify Suspect Wanted in Aggravated Kidnapping, Auto Theft

  May 28, 2019 1:57 PM

  UPDATE (5/29): San Juan police have identified the suspect wanted in an aggravated kidnapping and robbery case. Police Chief Juan Gonzalez says they're looking for Jesus Alejandro Perales Gaona. Perales is considered armed and dangerous. Crime alert: WANTED SUBJECt for Aggravated Kidnapping and Aggravated Robbery. SuspectJesus... more »

• San Juan Police asking for Help in Identifying Elderly Man

  May 23, 2019 1:23 PM

  SAN JUAN- Police need your help in identifying an elderly man. In a tweet, Chief Juan Gonzalez asks for the public help in identifying an elderly man. The name and date of birth of the man is unknown. He is 5’5 and weighs between 140 and 150... more »

• Local Ranchers On Alert amid Cattle Tick Fever Outbreak Play Video

  May 20, 2019 4:48 PM

  SAN JUAN – A new cattle fever tick outbreak is alarming Rio Grande Valley ranchers. The disease can spread onto farm land and make an impact on profits. A spokesperson for Texas Animal Health Commission says fever ticks do not affect humans, but a bite can attack a... more »

• Policía de San Juan Busca Sospechosos de Allanamiento de Morada Play Video

  May 13, 2019 10:40 AM

  SAN JUAN - La policía de San Juan busca a varios sospechosos de un allanamiento de morada. Sucedió en Lily Drive el viernes por la tarde. Los investigadores informan que estos son los vehículos de los sospechosos. Si tiene información sobre este caso se le pide que... more »

• Multiple Suspects on the Run following Home Invasion Play Video

  May 10, 2019 10:38 PM

  SAN JUAN – Multiple suspects are on the run after a home invasion in San Juan. It happened just before 2:00 p.m. Friday at a home on Lily Drive. The San Juan Police Chief says six to eight armed suspects kicked in the front door and assaulted a... more »

• Valley Cities Join to Tackle Annual Clean Sweep

  May 9, 2019 4:00 PM

  MCALLEN – Local officials are coming together to tackle the 5 th Annual Operation Clean Sweep. Several Rio Grande Valley cities are teaming up with the Texas Department of Transportation and Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for this initiative. Sweepers will clean more than 100 miles of roadway shoulders... more »

• Alamo and San Juan Boil Water Advisory Lifted Play Video

  May 9, 2019 1:09 PM

  UPDATE (05/11): Military Highway Water Supply says they have taken necessary corrective actions. MHWSC provided The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality with testing results that show that the water no longer needs boiling as of May 11. ------ WESLACO – A boil water notice is now in... more »

• Valley First Responders Attend Blue Mass at the Basilica Play Video

  May 8, 2019 4:01 PM

  SAN JUAN – First responders from across the Rio Grande Valley were in attendance Wednesday for a Blue Mass. The service took place at the Basilica in San Juan. Hidalgo County Sheriff Eddie Guerra explains this service had great meaning to the community. "We all thought about... more »

• San Juan Man Possibly Connected to Kiki Camarena’s Death Arrested Play Video

  May 3, 2019 7:41 PM

  SAN JUAN – A drug trafficker who is allegedly connected to the death of Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena was arrested for violating his probation. Enrique Godinez Cervantes of San Juan was arrested Friday – he was part of the Guadalajara Cartel. He was never charged for... more »

• Hit-and-Run Crash Involving Officer’s Vehicle Under Investigation Play Video

  April 22, 2019 5:41 PM

  SAN JUAN – Police in San Juan are sending a DWI warning following a hit-and-run. A DWI turned hit-and-run suspect slammed into an officer’s vehicle then took off Sunday night. The officer suffered minor injuries and the suspect is now in custody. Watch the video above for... more »

• San Juan Basilica Prepares for Easter Celebrations

  April 20, 2019 4:41 PM

  SAN JUAN- Thousands of people are expected to pour into the San Juan Basilica for the Easter holiday. With eight masses planned, officials are preparing to take extra security measures. CHANNEL 5'S Cecilia Gutierrez checked in with Father Jorge Gomez, the Basilica's Director. Click the video above... more »

• Miles de Fieles Católicos Visitarán la Basílica de San Juan Play Video

  April 19, 2019 8:29 AM

  SAN JUAN - La Basílica de San Juan se prepara para sus actividades como parte de la celebración anual de Semana Santa. Esta Basílica es la segunda más visitada en nuestro país. Durante la Semana Santa, la Basílica atrae a mas de 4,000 fieles católicos durante... more »

• Inside the Basilica: Taking Steps to Avoid a Fire Play Video

  April 16, 2019 5:40 PM

  SAN JUAN - The Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan Del Valle is making fire safety a priority with an increase of people visiting for Holy Week. The Basilica is one of the Rio Grande Valley’s largest venues. Rector of the Basilica, Father Jorge Gomez, says this... more »

• San Juan Community Affected by Strong Odor Play Video

  April 10, 2019 5:33 PM

  SAN JUAN – A community in San Juan is being affected by a strong odor coming from an exposed septic tank. One neighbor, Sanjuanita Alvarez, says the persistent bad smell is coming from her neighbor’s house. Alvarez says several years ago, the city came by when all the... more »

• Community Prays for DPS Trooper Wounded in the Line of Duty Play Video

  April 7, 2019 9:22 PM

  SAN JUAN- Thoughts for a valley state trooper shot in the line of duty, are turning into prayers at the San Juan Basilica. CHANNEL 5's Christian Von Preysing spoke to community members who said there's a higher power. Click the video above for the full story. more »

• Three Men Charged in Connection to San Juan Home Invasion Play Video

  April 6, 2019 4:50 PM

  SAN JUAN- Three men are in custody in connection to a home invasion in San Juan. Oscar Orlando Pena, Luis David Sanchez and Jesus Angel Martinez Garza went before a judge Saturday afternoon. Police say the men busted into a home on East Minnesota Road back in February.... more »

• Police Advise Property Owners to Use Caution with Potential Tenants Play Video

  April 5, 2019 11:02 PM

  SAN JUAN – San Juan police are urging property owners to thoroughly check their potential tenants. Taking extra measures can help prevent your property from being used for illegal activity such as stash houses, much like the bust that took place Thursday . The chief of police tells... more »

• Tip Leads to Stash House Bust in San Juan Play Video

  April 4, 2019 10:28 PM

  SAN JUAN – A stash house was busted in San Juan off of Lila Street. San Juan’s police chief says officers acted on a tip regarding a human smuggling operation and ended up taking five people into custody. One person fled the scene. The case was turned... more »

• Man Wanted in San Juan Theft Case Officially Charged Play Video

  March 9, 2019 4:46 PM

  SAN JUAN- A man wanted in a theft case has been officially charged. 36-year-old Andrey Martinez was arrested in Reynosa. He was charged with two counts of burglary of a building and one count of theft. Martinez was suspected of stealing $45,000 worth of cell phones from... more »

• Adolescentes Pueden Enfrentar Consecuencias por Amenazas Play Video

  March 8, 2019 8:29 AM

  SAN JUAN - Los jóvenes hoy día están expuestos a diferentes tipos de juegos en línea, algunos muy agresivos y esto podría llevarlos a caer aquí en la estación de policía. El caso de un alumno de una secundaria en San Juan puede servir como experiencia para otros.... more »

• On the Diamond: March 7th Play Video

  March 7, 2019 11:04 PM

  SAN JUAN - The Mike Rodriguez tournament had several Valley teams on the diamond Thursday for the first round of bracket play. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has highlights from a trio of games. more »

• Teens Could Face Serious Consequences When Playing Online Games Play Video

  March 7, 2019 6:30 PM

  SAN JUAN – Some local teenagers are ending up in court because of online video games. As intensity and rage builds up between users on online games, so can threats. “A lot of times parents do not keep an eye out on their kids when it comes to... more »

• Police Find Suspect Who Took Over $45K Worth of Cellphones Play Video

  February 26, 2019 5:49 PM

  UPDATE (3/11): Andrey Martinez, 36, is accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of cellphones from a Cricket Wireless store. He's been charged with two counts of burglary of a building and one count of theft. Authorities say the suspect was found at his home in Reynosa. ... more »

• Groups Camping on Border Cemetery Grounds Play Video

  February 16, 2019 10:13 PM

  SAN JUAN- A group of people are camping out on the grounds of a historic Valley site. With recent land surveying and clearing in the area, they've decided to keep steady watch. Among gravestones, flowers, and flags, several tents are pitched on the same grounds.... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Hike, Bike Trail Project Takes Shape Play Video

  January 22, 2019 4:20 PM

  PHARR – The construction of a new hike and bike trail is coming along as planned. It will have tunnels running underneath roads so hikers and cyclists don't have to worry about traffic. Hidalgo County Pct 2 Commissioner Eddie Cantu says during Christmas break the first access tunnel... more »

• Fisherman Speaks Out on Discovery of Missing Man's Remains

  January 19, 2019 9:14 PM

  MCALLEN - An investigation continues into the discovery of a man's body in a canal Friday afternoon. San Juan Police Chief, Juan Gonzalez confirmed the remains belong to 34-year-old Mario De Jesus Adame Vasquez, who was reported missing earlier this month. CHANNEL 5's Cecilia Gutierrez went back to... more »

• Investigators Searching for Car Belonging to Man Found Dead in Canal Play Video

  January 19, 2019 9:44 AM

  UPDATE (1/21): HIDALGO – Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Investigators say they are working to track down the car of a Valley man found dead in a canal. Investigators say 34-year-old Mario de Jesus Adame Vasquez was trying to sell a car to an online buyer when he went missing.... more »

• Dos Arrestos por Muerte de Adolescente en San Juan Play Video

  January 11, 2019 9:04 AM

  SAN JUAN - Dos personas están en la carcel después de la muerte de un adolescente de San Juan. Sucedió en la calle Rosie cerca de Earling y Raul Longoria alrededor de las cinco de la tarde del jueves. Haga clic en el video para ver el... more »

• Calentador Posible Causa de Incendio en Departamentos en San Juan Play Video

  November 23, 2018 9:36 AM

  SAN JUAN - Oficiales del departamento de bomberos informan que un calentador portátil pudo ser la causa de un incendio dentro de un complejo de departamentos de San Juan. Las llamas estallaron cerca de las 6 de la mañana del jueves. Haga clic en el video adjunto para ver el... more »