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• Multiple crews respond to fire that engulfed 4 boats, a building in Port Isabel Play Video

  June 7, 2026 1:11 PM

  Multiple crews responded to a fire that engulfed a building and four boats in Port Isabel Sunday morning. The Port Isabel Volunteer Fire Department responded to the fire at around 1:57 a.m. in the 900 block of East Pompano Street, according to Port Isabel City Manager Jared Hockema. ... more »

• South Padre Island city officials approve of temporary AEP Texas' mobile skid Play Video

  June 5, 2026 4:29 PM

  South Padre Island is getting a temporary mobile substation to help the island stay powered. AEP Texas requested the mobile skid and the city council voted to approve it. RELATED STORY: South Padre Island residents express concern over AEP Texas' mobile skid impact AEP Texas says they... more »

• South Padre Island residents express concern over AEP Texas' mobile skid impact Play Video

  May 31, 2026 12:03 PM

  A temporary transmission station, also known as a mobile skid, could be coming to South Padre Island. If installed, it will help keep the lights on during repairs to a substation. Larry Floyd has lived on South Padre Island for 10 years. He was among several people who wanted... more »

• South Padre Island business owners prepare for summer crowd Play Video

  May 26, 2026 10:50 AM

  Memorial Day weekend sets the pace for the rest of the summer season. South Padre Island business owners say they're getting ready for the surge in visitors. It was a picture-perfect day at South Padre Island. Families spent Memorial Day Weekend relaxing by the water and honoring the holiday... more »

• Rainy Memorial Day weekend slows down business at South Padre Island Play Video

  May 25, 2026 12:25 PM

  Saturday's stormy weather has caused several businesses and visitors at South Padre Island to change their plans. Despite rainy weather and red flag conditions at the beach, hundreds of families still made their way to the island for Memorial Day weekend. "The waves, even right now, they were... more »

• Crowds express disappointment after SpaceX scrubs Starship's first attempt at 12th launch Play Video

  May 22, 2026 10:05 AM

  SpaceX scrubbed Thursday's 12th Starship flight test launch due to the hydraulic pin holding the tower arm not retracting. Another launch attempt is scheduled for Friday if crews can quickly fix the issue. For people gathered at the old causeway in Long Island, it was a disappointing end to... more »

• How the unreported killing of an American by ICE in South Padre Island shattered two Texas families

  May 4, 2026 9:22 AM

  The last words Joshua Orta heard his childhood best friend utter were “I’m sorry.” Then Ruben Ray Martinez, a slender 23-year-old, slumped back in the driver’s seat. An officer had fired repeatedly through the open window, at least one bullet piercing Ruben’s heart. Josh, 25, saw officers in South... more »

• Valley woman helps couple reunite with lost ring Play Video

  May 3, 2026 1:20 PM

  A Rio Grande Valley couple has been reunited with a wedding ring they lost at South Padre Island and it's all thanks to two women, Andrea Wright and her friend. Both women are helping find lost wedding rings at the beach. Eric Torres and Jonathon Rodriguez aren't married... more »

• Lost your wedding ring on South Padre Island? This woman might have found it Play Video

  April 30, 2026 12:13 AM

  A woman is trying to reunite lost wedding rings found on South Padre Island with their owners. Andrea Wright found the rings and posted about them on social media. She's asking anyone who lost a wedding ring to reach out. "If they can describe the pattern, the material,... more »

• Meet Magpie, the South Padre Island dog helping save sea turtles Play Video

  April 29, 2026 10:41 PM

  A 10-month-old lab-mix named Magpie is working with Sea Turtle Inc. on South Padre Island to sniff out turtle nests on the beach. Magpie's handlers say she can find hidden nests in minutes. "Magpie works, rests, and plays; she does all the things dogs do. She just helps... more »

• $1 billion desalination plant coming to South Padre Island Play Video

  April 24, 2026 9:05 PM

  A new desalination plant is coming to the Rio Grande Valley to turn ocean water into fresh water. US Desalination and IDE Technologies announced the joint venture in a Thursday news release. The companies formed RGV-Desal to design, develop, finance, and operate the facility. The facility will be... more »

• $3 million in upgrades coming to beach access at South Padre Island Play Video

  March 28, 2026 1:19 PM

  Cameron County is set to spend $3 million on upgrading Beach Access #5. County officials are waiting on the building permit. Once approved, beachgoers should expect to see better restrooms, new changing stations, and resurfaced parking. more »

• Volunteers gather for cleanup effort at South Padre Island following Spring Break rush Play Video

  March 22, 2026 1:27 PM

  Spring Break is coming to a close and one group of students decided to hit the beach to help clean up. Belen Treviño woke up before 6 a.m. with one mission, clean up the South Padre Island beach. Treviño is a student at Texas A&M University who showed up... more »

• Cameron County reopens beach access areas Play Video

  March 17, 2026 8:49 AM

  Cameron County has reopened three beach access areas that were temporarily closed on Monday. Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño has ordered the reopening of the following beaches: - County Beach Access No. 4 - County Beach Access No. 5/E.K. Atwood Park Pavilion - County Beach Access... more »

• Spring breakers make their way to South Padre Island Play Video

  March 16, 2026 8:04 PM

  Spring break is in full effect this week at South Padre Island. Many restaurants and shops are preparing to welcome visitors from across the country. Maria Ceballos is spending time with her two kids on the island. She says it's a tradition for her family. "For me,... more »

• High tides cause closure of 3 Cameron county beaches Play Video

  March 16, 2026 2:20 PM

  UPDATE: On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño announced the beaches reopened. Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño has ordered the temporary closure of several county beach accesses at South Padre Island. The closures would be effective Monday until further notice, according to a news release.... more »

• Valley receives millions in state funding for coastline support Play Video

  February 25, 2026 1:30 PM

  The Rio Grande Valley is getting millions of dollars in state funding to support the coastline. General Land Office Commissioner Dawn Buckingham announced the funding in Brownsville Tuesday. Hidalgo, Cameron and Willacy counties, along with South Padre Island and Starbase, will split $9 million. The money will be... more »

• Cameron County beach access points reopen

  February 22, 2026 11:34 AM

  Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño Jr. has ordered the reopening of beach access areas. The beaches were closed on Sunday due to high tides caused by the recent cold front. The beach accesses that have been reopened are: — County Beach Access No. 4 — County... more »

• New Texas Game Wardens boat aims to stop illegal fishing at South Padre Island Play Video

  February 21, 2026 5:47 PM

  Texas Game Wardens introduced a new boat that will help stop illegal fishing and protect wildlife. The shores and skies above South Padre Island are peaceful. Texas Game Wardens say what's happening offshore is a different story. "Primarily, it's the incursion of launches from Mexico crossing the NBM,... more »

• Man killed in officer-involved shooting at South Padre Island attempted to run over federal agent, DHS says Play Video

  February 20, 2026 7:07 PM

  A man killed during an officer-involved shooting at South Padre Island in March 2025 attempted to run over a Homeland Security Investigation special agent, according to a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson. The shooting occurred on March 15, 2025, at the intersection of Padre Boulevard and Marlin Street. ... more »

• Crowd gathers for release of 300 cold-stunned sea turtles at South Padre Island Play Video

  January 29, 2026 7:58 PM

  Zoey Sanders waited patiently, eyes trained on the sand and water at South Padre Island for an experience she knew she couldn’t get back home in Arizona. “I like beaches, but we’re not near beaches where we’re from,” Sanders said. Nearby, John and Connie Campbell stood at the... more »

• Dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles rescued at South Padre Island Play Video

  January 26, 2026 9:54 PM

  Volunteers with Sea Turtle Inc. braved the bone-chilling wind brought on by a cold front to patrol the beach on Monday on South Padre Island to rescue cold-stunned sea turtles. The turtles become immobile once water temperatures fall below 50°F. “They are still alive, but a lot of... more »

• Sea Turtle Inc. places tarps over tanks to prevent cold stun Play Video

  January 26, 2026 1:53 PM

  Sea turtles are trying to stay warm over at Sea Turtle Inc. Tarps were placed over tanks to prevent the turtles from getting cold stunned during the arctic blast. Sea turtles get cold stunned when water temperatures drop below 50 degrees. This causes them to stop swimming, putting... more »

• Message in a bottle found at South Padre Island returned to Florida owner Play Video

  January 17, 2026 6:53 PM

  A Winter Texan couple made a surprising discovery on South Padre Island: they found a message in a bottle. "I still get goosebumps today just holding it because I've never found a message in a bottle, not like this," Pam Smith said. Pam and Jim Smith still remember... more »

• Cold front causes closure of Cameron County beaches Play Video

  December 29, 2025 11:42 AM

  Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino has ordered the temporary closure of several beaches due to the high tides from the recent cold front. Beaches that have been closed are Boca Chica Beach, County Beach Access No. 4, County Beach Access No. 5 (E.K. Atwood Park Pavilion) and County Beach... more »

• Sea Turtle Inc. asking for Christmas tree donations Play Video

  December 26, 2025 6:48 PM

  Sea Turtle Inc. is asking the public to recycle their natural Christmas trees with them. Starting on Friday, Dec. 26, Sea Turtle Inc. will collect the trees. Artificial Christmas trees will not be accepted, a news release stated. "By recycling natural Christmas trees, we are building up... more »

• Tourists celebrating Christmas at South Padre Island Play Video

  December 24, 2025 6:10 PM

  While some people are staying indoors for Christmas Eve, others are celebrating at South Padre Island. Several families from across the country came down to the island and said they wanted to escape the cold in their hometown. Visitors from as far as Canada soaked up the sun... more »

• Unofficial results released for Edinburg, South Padre Island runoff elections Play Video

  December 13, 2025 7:28 PM

  The unofficial results for the Edinburg and South Padre Island runoff elections were released. Jason De Leon is shown as the winner for the Edinburg Councilmember Place 2 seat. He received 1,861 votes and his opponent, Moises Segovia, received 1,304 votes. For the South Padre Island Councilmember Place... more »

• Sea turtle protection initiative breaks records at South Padre Island Play Video

  November 16, 2025 6:22 PM

  Green sea turtles are no longer considered endangered. Thanks to conservation efforts, wildlife experts at Sea Turtle Inc. on South Padre Island are helping lead the way. Ten-year-old Dante Castillo has always been fascinated by sea turtles. On Sunday, he and his family visited Sea Turtle Inc. ... more »

• Records: Former South Padre Island mayor attempted to solicit restaurant employee while dining with his family Play Video

  November 4, 2025 3:45 PM

  EDITOR'S NOTE: This story may have details that may be disturbing to readers. An affidavit obtained by Channel 5 News revealed new details into the arrest of former South Padre Island Mayor Dennis Stahl. Stahl, 73, was arraigned on Monday on a charge of solicitation of prostitution. He... more »

• Illinois man identified as suspect who barricaded inside South Padre Island hotel room Play Video

  November 3, 2025 5:47 PM

  An Illinois man has been identified as the suspect who barricaded himself inside a hotel room at South Padre Island following a disturbance. Fernando Martinez Henize, from Naperville, Illinois, was arraigned Monday on several charges, including two counts of aggravated assault, five counts of aggravated assault against a public... more »

• Former South Padre Island mayor arrested on solicitation of prostitution charge Play Video

  November 3, 2025 12:06 PM

  A former mayor of South Padre Island has been arrested on a charge of solicitation of prostitution, according to Cameron County Sheriff Manuel Trevino. Trevino said former Mayor Dennis Stahl was booked into the Carrizales-Rucker Detention Center on Monday. He is expected to go before a judge on Tuesday.... more »

• Man barricades inside South Padre Island hotel room following disturbance Play Video

  November 2, 2025 9:41 PM

  A man has barricaded himself inside a room at the Margaritaville Beach Resort on South Padre Island following a disturbance, according to city of South Padre Island spokesperson Nikki Soto. Police responded to the ongoing situation at the 310 block of Padre Boulevard. Soto said police received a... more »

• South Padre Island residents to decide on Place 2 city council seat Play Video

  October 30, 2025 12:54 PM

  South Padre Island voters are deciding who they want to sit on their city council for the next three years. The Place 1 and Place 2 seats are on the ballot. Voters are now set to choose between three contenders for the South Padre Island Place 2 seat. ... more »

• Green sea turtles no longer considered an endangered species Play Video

  October 30, 2025 1:52 AM

  Sea Turtle Inc. in South Padre Island is celebrating green sea turtles making a comeback. The International Union for Conservation of Nature recently moved the species from its endangered list, marking a milestone decades in the making. “On a global scale we've seen over the past 30 years... more »

• ‘Jellyfish bloom’ in effect at South Padre Island Play Video

  October 23, 2025 6:41 PM

  Visitors taking a walk along the South Padre Island shoreline have reported seeing the beach dotted with many jellyfish. Melissa Fryatt was among those unlucky enough to get stung. She described what she felt as a sharp pain on her leg. “I brushed it away and then it... more »

• Cameron County continues discussing lease agreement with Chapel by the Sea Play Video

  October 15, 2025 8:14 PM

  Cameron County continues discussing lease agreement with Chapel by the Sea After a letter was mistakenly sent to Chapel by the Sea over the summer, Pastor David Boughter said on Tuesday the chapel received a new letter saying their eviction notice was removed. Pastor Boughter spoke with Channel... more »

• Body of elderly woman washes up on shore at South Padre Island

  October 14, 2025 7:12 PM

  The body of an elderly woman washed up on shore at South Padre Island on Tuesday. The body of 75-year-old Kathleen Lundy was recovered a quarter mile north of County Beach Access #6, according to the news release. Lundy's sister said she had gone out for a swim prior... more »

• Crowd gathers at Isla Blanca Park for 11th Starship launch Play Video

  October 13, 2025 8:15 PM

  A crowd of people gathered along the jetties at Isla Blanca Park in the hopes of getting one of the best views of Starship’s 11th test launch. Crowds began forming early Monday to witness the launch. Many traveled from Austin and San Antonio, and even as far as Oklahoma... more »

• Shark attack survivor returns to the Rio Grande Valley Play Video

  October 9, 2025 4:33 PM

  Among the injured during the Fourth of July shark attack in 2024 at South Padre Island was a Dallas-area woman who lost part of her left leg. Over the weekend, Tabatha Sullivent returned to the Rio Grande Valley for the first time since leaving a rehab center in Edinburg.... more »

• Walk For Women hosting fundraiser to raise breast cancer awareness at South Padre Island Play Video

  October 7, 2025 3:01 PM

  A day of breast cancer awareness, support, remembrance and celebration. It's the focus of a Walk For Women fundraiser and walk at South Padre Island. Walk For Women board member Lisa Graves speaks with Channel 5 News' Dina Herrera Garza on the significance of the walk and what people... more »

• Local boxers set to fight in South Padre Island on October 18th Play Video

  September 30, 2025 10:36 PM

  Several boxers from the Rio Grande Valley will showcase their skills in the ring as part of the Most Valuable Prospects 16 Championship event taking place at the South Padre Island Convention Center on October 18th. The Juarez brothers from Brownsville are part of this event. Undefeated Sebastian Juarez... more »

• 'Thank you for trying:' Woman seeking stranger who tried to help save drowning husband Play Video

  September 29, 2025 10:29 PM

  A woman is not giving up her search to find a woman who tried to save her husband's life in 1975. Pat Underwood’s husband drowned at South Padre Island on Saturday, Sept. 27, 1975. On the 50th anniversary of his death, Underwood spoke with Channel 5 News about... more »

• Starbase will take partial control of Boca Chica Beach near Elon Musk’s SpaceX launch site

  September 24, 2025 11:49 AM

  " Starbase will take partial control of beach near Elon Musk’s SpaceX launch site " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• Make-A-Wish RGV preparing for Wines for Wishes fundraiser at South Padre Island Play Video

  September 15, 2025 3:33 PM

  Make-A-Wish RGV is working hard to grant wishes to as many children as possible, children who are critically ill. They are currently getting ready for their Wine for Wishes event at South Padre Island. Make-A-Wish RGV President and CEO Becky Gearhart speaks with Channel 5 News' Dina Herrera... more »

• Remembering the victims of the Queen Isabella Causeway collapse 24 years later Play Video

  September 15, 2025 2:51 PM

  South Padre Island city leaders are remembering the victims of the Queen Isabella Causeway collapse. Every year the community gathers to pay their respects. Monday marks the 24th anniversary of the tragic collapse on the Causeway, an event that forever changed this community. Resident Aarin Hartwell shared... more »

• Missing swimmer found dead near Beach Access 21 at South Padre Island Play Video

  September 14, 2025 2:12 PM

  The male swimmer who went missing on Friday has been found dead near Beach Access 21 at South Padre Island, according to Fire Chief Jim Pigg. Pigg said the man was found at around 10 p.m. Saturday. The family of the swimmer was present when he was found, and... more »

• Authorities suspend search for missing swimmer at South Padre Island Play Video

  September 12, 2025 8:13 PM

  Authorities have suspended the search for the missing swimmer at South Padre Island. The South Padre Island Police Department notified the U.S. Coast Guard of the missing swimmer on Friday. According to the Coast Guard, the report came in around 2:30 p.m. The missing swimmer was described as... more »

• Travelers head to South Padre Island for the Labor Day weekend Play Video

  September 1, 2025 7:14 PM

  A lot of people had Monday off, and still others cashed in on the Labor Day holiday. The crowds were smaller at South Padre Island for the Labor Day holiday. Lori Baugh was among the beach goers. She traveled from Austin to enjoy the sound of the water.... more »

• SpaceX launches bring business boom to Port Isabel Play Video

  August 26, 2025 9:14 AM

  There are environmental concerns regarding SpaceX, but test launches do bring in a lot of people and they spend money. When SpaceX rockets roar into the sky, the rumble is felt all the way across the bay in Port Isabel, and local businesses have front row seats. At... more »

• Fort Worth woman identified as victim in South Padre Island golf cart crash Play Video

  August 19, 2025 5:37 PM

  South Padre Island officials provided more details in a deadly crash involving a golf cart that led to one arrest. David Rivera, 60, was charged with six counts of intoxication assault and one count of intoxication manslaughter in connection with the crash that killed 34-year-old Kaylinn Churchill of Fort... more »

• Man charged with intoxication manslaughter following deadly South Padre Island crash

  August 18, 2025 8:03 PM

  A South Padre Island man was charged with intoxication manslaughter following a deadly two-vehicle crash, according to police. David Rivera was charged following a crash that happened on Saturday, Aug. 9 shortly before 2:15 a.m., according to an incident report obtained by Channel 5 News. According to the... more »

• Groundbreaking held for Cameron County beach access upgrades Play Video

  August 11, 2025 7:47 PM

  Cameron County leaders broke ground Monday on construction to improvements to Beach Access No. 3. The project is made possible through a donation of $4.4 million provided by SpaceX, according to a news release from the office of Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. Cameron County Beach Access... more »

• SpaceX donates funds for construction improvements at Cameron County beach access Play Video

  August 9, 2025 1:51 PM

  Cameron County announced improvements will be made at Cameron County Beach Access No. 3 at South Padre Island. According to a news release, funding for the improvements was made possible through a $4.4 million donation from SpaceX. A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Monday at the beach, located... more »

• Sea Turtle Inc. has new device to help injured sea turtles at South Padre Island Play Video

  August 6, 2025 11:47 AM

  At South Padre Island, Sea Turtle Inc. has a new tool that is being used to save an endangered species. "I think it's great. It's so cool that we can have that kind of equipment," Sea Turtle Inc. volunteer Molly Welsh said. Welsh joined the organization last November... more »

• Sea Turtle Inc. releases nearly 10,000 sea turtle hatchlings Play Video

  August 5, 2025 10:18 PM

  Sea Turtle Inc. in South Padre Island had a record-breaking amount of sea turtle hatchlings, the non-profit announced. More than 9,800 sea turtle hatchlings have been released into the ocean. They came from a record-breaking number of 141 sea turtle nests at the island. According to Sea Turtle... more »

• South Padre Island reports increase in hotel occupancy tax revenue Play Video

  August 4, 2025 11:43 PM

  Before kids head back to school, families are taking advantage of what South Padre Island has to offer by soaking up the sun and cooling off in the water Holiday Inn Express General Manager Billy Schrunk said bookings rose by 20% in July compared to July 2024. "This... more »

• New designs for South Padre Island Convention Center expansion project revealed Play Video

  July 26, 2025 1:33 PM

  A new set of designs for the South Padre Island Convention Center were revealed on Friday during an open house. The latest design showed there was no longer any change to the vegetation around the building that many birders were concerned about. This is the third set of... more »

• South Padre Island mourning loss of former city council member Paul Munarriz

  July 22, 2025 10:44 PM

  Former South Padre Island City Council Member Paul Munarriz passed away, the city announced on Tuesday. Paul served on the city council from 2015 to 2018 and was described in a news release as “a dedicated public servant and a cherished member of the South Padre Island community.” ... more »

• Volunteers pick up 300 pounds of trash at SPI during beach cleanup Play Video

  July 20, 2025 6:26 PM

  Two organizations came together on Saturday at South Padre Island, where about 30 volunteers spent two hours picking up 300 pounds of trash. “I love to come and enjoy the beach, and it’s kind of sad how much trash there is,” volunteer Dominique Rodriguez said. The event was... more »

• Funeral details announced for Valley Border Patrol agent who drowned while rescuing his children Play Video

  July 15, 2025 12:40 PM

  A Border Patrol agent from San Benito will be laid to rest next week. Supervisory Border Patrol Agent Eric Cespedes died on Friday after he drowned while rescuing his children from a rip current in South Padre Island. On Tuesday, Cespedes' body was transferred from Harlingen to the... more »

• Border Patrol: Agent drowns while rescuing his children in South Padre Island Play Video

  July 11, 2025 6:13 PM

  A Border Patrol agent died on Friday after rescuing his children on South Padre Island, the agency confirmed to Channel 5 News. Supervisory Border Patrol Agent Eric Cespedes drowned after racing into the water to rescue two of his children who had been caught in a strong rip current,... more »

• Accidente en la calzada de la Isla del Padre Sur genera tráfico vehicular

  July 10, 2025 3:15 PM

  Un accidente entre tres vehículos en el Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway en South Padre Island está bajo investigación, según el Departamento de Seguridad Pública de Texas. El accidente se reportó el jueves por la tarde. El mapa de tráfico de KRGV muestra una congestión importante en los carriles en... more »

• SPI causeway lanes reopen following multi-vehicle crash

  July 10, 2025 3:08 PM

  A four-vehicle crash on the Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway in South Padre Island is under investigation, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The crash was reported Thursday afternoon on the westbound lanes of the causeway. At 3:20 p.m., DPS spokesperson Sgt. Maria Hernandez said the causeway lanes... more »

• Cameron County to review lease agreement with Chapel by the Sea Play Video

  July 8, 2025 9:48 AM

  A lease agreement between a church that has hosted lots of South Padre Island weddings over the years and Cameron County is stirring some confusion. "We apologize for the misunderstandings or the concerns that had been raised for the immediate closure of the Chapel By The Sea, that was... more »

• South Padre Island shark attack survivor provides update one year later Play Video

  July 5, 2025 12:40 PM

  A woman who survived a shark attack at South Padre Island on July 4, 2024 , spoke with Channel 5 News on what the past year has been like. Tabatha Sullivent is from North Texas. She shared her story with remarkable bravery and a positive attitude after that devastating... more »

• Cameron County Beach Patrol enhancing their presence during Fourth of July weekend Play Video

  July 4, 2025 6:18 PM

  A lot of people were at South Padre Island for the 4th of July, and crowds are expected to continue into the weekend. There is a yellow flag warning on the beach, meaning surf and currents are moderate. Beach patrol advises beach goers to be alert and careful. ... more »

• Valley residents reminded to practice beach safety during holiday weekend Play Video

  July 4, 2025 1:38 PM

  Cameron County officials are reminding beach goers to stay safe if they plan on heading to South Padre Island for the Fourth of July holiday. They say emergency calls tend to rise during this time. "Be prepared for the heat, bring water, bring food, bring plenty of shade,"... more »

• Shark experts raise awareness one year after South Padre Island attack Play Video

  July 4, 2025 12:39 PM

  Experts are raising awareness about shark behavior and what to look out for after the last serious shark attack that happened on the Fourth of July at South Padre Island last year. They say sharks are not looking to attack people, but bites occur when people and sharks get... more »

• Autoridades advierten sobre los riesgos este 4 de julio en la Isla del Padre Sur Play Video

  July 3, 2025 5:29 PM

  Con las celebraciones del 4 de julio en todo el país, miles de personas visitarán la Isla del Padre Sur y particularmente el Parque Isla Blanca para celebrar el Día de la Independencia. Por este motivo, las autoridades locales hacen un llamado a tomar las precauciones durante este día... more »

• La Isla del Padre Sur presenta plan de expansión del centro de convenciones Play Video

  July 3, 2025 1:32 PM

  Los líderes de la Isla del Padre Sur realizaron un taller para presentar un plan de diseño actualizado para la expansión de su centro de convenciones. Más de una docena de observadores de aves y miembros de la comunidad compartieron ideas y sus opiniones. Aunque los diseños actualizados,... more »

• New design unveiled for proposed SPI convention center expansion project Play Video

  July 2, 2025 10:59 PM

  South Padre Island city leaders were met with criticism from the community during a Wednesday workshop to discuss the proposed expansion of the city’s convention center. An updated design of the expansion were unveiled during Wednesday’s workshop. The meeting happened after Cameron County commissioners voted to deny the... more »

• Missing South Padre Island swimmers believed to be false alarm, U.S. Coast Guard says

  June 30, 2025 10:39 PM

  The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended the search for two swimmers at South Padre Island. Officials said their "response came back with needing more information to continue the search" and they believe it may have been a false alarm. The report of the missing swimmers came in on... more »