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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 »

• New virus relief policies to protect firefighters not available at all Valley cities Play Video

  April 14, 2020 7:37 PM

  WESLACO - A new policy in Mission protects employees if they get infected with the coronavirus. On Monday night, Mission city council asked the city manager to draft an administrative leave policy for any work-related COVID-19 incident that will cover all city employees, including first responders. City officials... more »

• Crooks posing as AEP employees targeting Valley customers, businesses Play Video

  March 10, 2020 5:18 PM

  WESLACO – Dozens of residents around the Rio Grande Valley fell victim to a group trying to take their money by threatening to shut off their electricity. The cases are affected AEP Texas customers. Crooks recently contacting Noe Acevedo didn’t come as a shock to him. As a past... more »

• Weslaco police search for 3 theft suspects who concealed items in toy wagon box

  March 7, 2020 12:57 PM

  WESLACO – Weslaco police are searching for three suspects involved in a theft. It happened at approximately 6:58 p.m. Wednesday at the Walmart on Texas Boulevard. Police say a man in a red cap and red tank top hid two TVs, a blu-ray player, an HDMI cable and... more »

• Initiative brings awareness of teen drinking and driving to Weslaco students Play Video

  March 4, 2020 6:03 PM

  WESLACO – An initiative in Weslaco is intented on showing teenagers the consequences of drinking and driving just before spring break. Weslaco Independent School District teamed up with local first responders, including AirMed South Texas and the police department, to show high school students a reenactment of what could... more »

• Valley volunteers work to put a dent in childhood hunger Play Video

  February 29, 2020 10:30 PM

  WESLACO – More than 200 volunteers gathered Saturday to pack meals for Rio Grande Valley children. According to Feeding America, nearly one out of every two children in the Valley live at or below the federal poverty level. Volunteers packed more than 43,000 meals for children. Dallas... more »

• 5 on 5: February 28th Play Video

  February 28, 2020 11:04 PM

  WESLACO - Boys high school basketball took over the Vipers' house Friday night. Rowe and Weslaco battled at Bert Ogden Arena in the second round of the playoffs. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has more on which Valley teams are moving on in this 5 on 5 update. more »

• Weslaco Museum inviting residents to donate items for time capsule Play Video

  February 28, 2020 6:42 PM

  WESLACO – A time capsule is set to close soon in Weslaco. It won’t reopen until 2045. Anyone with a connection to the city of Weslaco is invited to stop by the Weslaco Museum and place an artifact of the times, such as a smartphone, a family picture or... more »

• Programa para licencia de pilotos de drones en distrito escolar de Weslaco Play Video

  February 27, 2020 9:33 PM

  WESLACO - El distrito escolar independiente de Weslaco ofreció un programa para que sus estudiantes puedan recibir su licencia de pilotos de drones gracias a una empresa que se encarga a recopilar datos a través del uso de estos aparatos. Parte de los 60 estudiantes ya aprobaron la primera... more »

• Drone training to open doors for Weslaco ISD students entering workforce Play Video

  February 27, 2020 5:41 PM

  WESLACO – Weslaco Independent School District is giving more than 50 students a chance to become certified drone pilots. On Thursday, students wrapped up their training. The school district partnered with SOARD Solutions, a drone management and consulting firm, to make this possible. The certification aims to help... more »

• Pantherettes Sticking Together At The Next Level Play Video

  February 26, 2020 7:35 PM

  WESLACO - It was college signing day at Weslaco High School where a pair of Pantherettes decided to stick together. Weslaco soccer players Hariklia Sotelo and Marisol Munoz committed to Jarvis Christian College Wednesday afternoon. Several Valley athletes are headed to Jarvis Christian. Their soccer programs have... more »

• 5 on 5: February 25th Play Video

  February 25, 2020 11:10 PM

  WESLACO - The Valley girls basketball season came to an end Tuesday night as Edinburg and Weslaco dropped third round playoff games. Meanwhile, boys teams wrapped up the first round. Brownsville Veterans, Edinburg, Hidalgo, Donna, Santa Rosa, Weslaco, Mission Veterans, Rowe, and Santa Maria were all winners. ... more »

• 5 on 5: February 21st Play Video

  February 21, 2020 11:00 PM

  WESLACO - 11 Valley girls basketball teams took the court Friday night for area round playoff games. Edinburg and Weslaco were the only winners. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva gets you caught up with scores and highlights in this 5 on 5 update. more »

• Valley doctor explains how long viruses can last on surfaces Play Video

  February 18, 2020 10:09 PM

  WESLACO – Germs are all around us. At home, on every surface that can be touched, but how long does it stick around? It’s not exactly something people can escape. Bacteria and viruses are all around. Not all of them cause disease, but those that do tend to pop... more »

• 5 on 5: February 14th Play Video

  February 14, 2020 11:49 PM

  WESLACO - The Brownsville Veterans boys basketball team assured themselves at least a share of the 32-5A title with a win over Pace Friday night. In other action, Edinburg's girls earned the top playoff spot in 31-6A after beating Weslaco in a seeding game. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva... more »

• Aged love: Valley couple’s secret after 63 years of marriage Play Video

  February 14, 2020 6:15 PM

  WESLACO – Love and romance can be found pretty much anywhere, even at a retirement home. After 63 years of marriage, a couple says they’re still each other’s best friend. Patricia and Jim Titus say they were married within nine days of knowing each other, blaming it on the... more »

• Traffic lights at busy Weslaco intersection temporarily out

  February 14, 2020 6:09 PM

  WESLACO – Traffic backups are expected at Frontage Road and Texas Boulevard in Weslaco. The traffic lights at the intersection are out since about 1 p.m. Friday. The Texas Department of Transportation confirmed a contractor hit a cable knocking them out of operation, adding the traffic lights will blink... more »

• Giving love a bad name: Crooks taking advantage of Valley romantics Play Video

  February 12, 2020 6:54 PM

  WESLACO – With Valentine’s Day in just a few days, the Better Business Bureau is warning the public of criminals trying to play cupid. Look passed the flowers, chocolates and balloons, and you’ll find Valentine’s Day isn’t completely filled with love. According to the Federal Trade Commission, some... more »

• Entrenador de PSJA salva vida a pequeña de 2 años Play Video

  February 7, 2020 9:37 PM

  PHARR - Un entrenador de la preparatoria PSJA Memorial estuvo en el lugar y momento correctos para salvarle la vida a una niña de 2 años de edad. Hace dos semanas Joe Clark y su equipo estudiantil comían en el negocio de comida rápida Chick-fil-A de Weslaco cuando apareció... more »

• Man shot by Weslaco police gets $340K bond for multiple charges Play Video

  February 5, 2020 5:05 PM

  WESLACO – A man shot during a police investigation in Weslaco is now out of the hospital and charged. Jose Luis Sandoval is charged with two counts of aggravated assault, a count of aggravated assault on a public servant and a count of evading. Police responded to a... more »

• 5 on 5: February 4th Play Video

  February 4, 2020 11:21 PM

  WESLACO - The high school basketball season is amping up with only a few more games to go before the playoffs tipoff. Tuesday night, a pair of district leaders suffered their first losses in district play. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has this 5 on 5 update. more »

• Panel to spotlight issues surrounding Valley survivors of domestic violence Play Video

  February 3, 2020 10:25 PM

  WESLACO – A woman was shot in the hand by her father a couple of years ago. Now, he’s in prison and she is using her domestic and gun violence experience to help lift others and also to spark a conversation in the Rio Grande Valley she says people are... more »

• Weslaco students awarded shopping spree for their hard work Play Video

  January 31, 2020 5:31 PM

  WESLACO – A special surprise for five Rio Grande Valley students courtesy of a national sports retailer and Weslaco police. The police department told Weslaco Independent School District to nominate students with good grades and several extra-curricular activities. On Friday, the students got to spend the morning out... more »

• 5 on 5: January 28th Play Video

  January 28, 2020 11:05 PM

  WESLACO - There were some big district games on Tuesday night's high school basketball schedule. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the following highlights in this 5 on 5 update: Vela vs Weslaco (boys) Hidalgo vs Rio Hondo (boys) Hidalgo vs Rio Hondo (girls) Los... more »

• Weslaco Museum returning items retrieved from 1994 time capsule Play Video

  January 24, 2020 5:13 PM

  WESLACO – The Weslaco Museum is asking for anyone who may have participated in donating an item in a time capsule buried in 1994 to claim it. Different families and schools in the city participated in the time capsule. They left letters and other personal belongings. Sheila Shidler,... more »

• Adolescente acusado por llevar arma a escuela en Weslaco Play Video

  January 21, 2020 4:13 PM

  WESLACO – Un prospecto de estudiante que supuestamente llevó un arma a la escuela a la que pretendía registrarse está bajo custodia. Ocurrió el viernes en la preparatoria Weslaco. Otro estudiante supuestamente lo vio en el baño con el arma y alertó a las autoridades después de que... more »

• Prospective Weslaco student in custody after bringing gun on campus Play Video

  January 21, 2020 3:59 PM

  WESLACO – A prospective student who allegedly took a gun to school is in custody. It happened at Weslaco High School on Friday. Weslaco police say the 17-year-old was trying to enroll at the school. Another student allegedly saw him in the bathroom with the gun. The student... more »

• Case of Blue Monday: the most depressing day of the year Play Video

  January 20, 2020 5:44 PM

  WESLACO – The third Monday in January marks Blue Monday, a time people tend to feel down in the dumps or start slipping into a slump. For some it’s easier said than done to “snap out of it” and one day of feeling sad can start to snowball into... more »

• HCSO: Deadly Shooting Sparked by Argument with Suspect's Boyfriend Play Video

  January 19, 2020 11:09 PM

  WESLACO - Authorities say a deadly shooting Saturday morning was sparked by an argument. The suspect, identified as Emma Linda Gracia, originally told police she shot Eduardo Mendoza during an attempted burglary at her home. Hidalgo County Sheriff Eddie Guerra, says that is not the case. Investigators say the... more »

• Attempted Burglary Suspect Fatally Shot Play Video

  January 18, 2020 10:34 PM

  WESLACO - A burglary suspected died Saturday afternoon. The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office identified the suspect as 24-year-old Eduardo Mendoza. Investigators say a homeowner on the 1300 block of 25th Street shot Mendoza during a burglary attempt around 7:30 a.m. Saturday morning. An autopsy was ordered and... more »

• New Hidalgo Co. Pct 1 substation expected to open in summer Play Video

  January 17, 2020 3:33 PM

  WESLACO – Construction on the new Hidalgo County Precinct 1 substation office should wrap up later this year. The building was damaged during the last few summer floods. In one of those washouts, several inches of rain flooded out the Pct 1 office. Flood insurance money will help... more »

• Suspect Vehicle Involved in Weslaco Doctor’s Murder Used in Abilene Home Invasion Play Video

  January 15, 2020 10:29 PM

  WESLACO – New details were released regarding the murder investigation of a Weslaco doctor. Criminal complaints reveal more on how police cracked the case of Dr. John Dominguez. The suspect vehicle seen on surveillance in the November crime was allegedly involved in a home invasion just south of... more »

• Divulgan video de accidente ocurrido en octubre en Weslaco

  January 14, 2020 10:35 PM

  WESLACO - El Departamento de Seguridad Pública dio a conocer el video del vehículo que piensan estuvo involucrado en un accidente en donde una persona fue atropellada en el 2019. Todo sucedió despues de la medianoche del domingo 20 de octubre. El Departamento de Seguridad Pública informó que... more »

• Valley Nonprofit Taking Donations to Aid Earthquake Victims in Puerto Rico Play Video

  January 14, 2020 10:23 PM

  WESLACO – A Rio Grande Valley father reunited with his little girl, who was in Puerto Rico when a deadly earthquake hit last week. The family is now pushing to help others on the island. Since Dec. 28, more than 1,000 earthquakes have struck the southern region of the... more »

• Incendio de maleza en Mercedes Play Video

  January 10, 2020 9:27 PM

  MERCEDES - Bomberos de la ciudad de Mercedes reportaron un incendio forestal, pero el viento jugó un factor en la lucha contra las llamas para tratar de controlar las llamas y evitar su propagación. Equipos de Donna y Weslaco también acudieron a ayudar. Se dio a conocer que... more »

• Valley Physician in Puerto Rico Shares Deadly Earthquake Experience Play Video

  January 7, 2020 9:59 PM

  WESLACO – The aftermath of a deadly earthquake in Puerto Rico being felt by some Rio Grande Valley residents. The earthquake is reported to have started on the southern part of the island, but the shocks were widespread. As of now, a 77-year-old man died and several others have... more »

• AEP Warning Customers of Imposters Posing as Employees

  January 7, 2020 4:57 PM

  WESLACO – An alert was sent out from AEP Texas warning customers of imposters posing as employees. People are calling customers, or going door-to-door, saying they need to replace electric meters and are asking for a deposit start the process or their electricity will be shut off. AEP... more »

• Former Patient of Valley Doctor Accused of Health Care Fraud Shares Devastating Experience Play Video

  January 6, 2020 10:41 PM

  WESLACO – Several former patients are tracking the developments on the trial of Dr. Jorge Zamora-Quezada. Many are preparing their own lawsuits. Georgina Escobar says the doctor’s diagnosis will affect her for the rest of her life. It all started seven years ago, when Escobar was diagnosed with... more »

• Photographer's Perspective: Pump Patrols Play Video

  January 5, 2020 9:04 PM

  WESLACO - We don't always get to see the men and women behind the camera, except when it comes to our daily "Pump Patrols". Photojournalist Axel Divino takes us behind the scenes in tonight's Photographer's Perspective. Watch the video for the full story. more »

• 2 detenidos tras persecución que terminó en Weslaco

  January 3, 2020 10:25 PM

  WESLACO – De acuerdo a las oficina del sheriff del condado Hidalgo dos personas fueron detenidas tras una persecución que terminó en Weslaco. La persecución comenzó en el área de la calle Tex-Mex y la calle 86 en San Carlos. Actualizaremos la historia cuando haya más información disponible. more »

• Develop State of Mind for New Year: Mental Health is Important When Setting Resolutions Play Video

  December 30, 2019 6:39 PM

  WESLACO – The new year comes with making New Year’s resolutions. Some follow through, but others don’t. Resolutions can include everything from traveling, losing weight or trying other ways to get healthier. Roxanne Pacheco, a licensed clinical social worker, says taking the time to think and write about... more »

• Border Patrol Seizes More Than 300 Pounds of Narcotics Play Video

  December 30, 2019 5:20 PM

  WESLACO – Border Patrol agents were busy over the holiday seizing more than 300 pounds of narcotics in three days. Bundles of marijuana were left behind by smugglers. Agent Dustin Araujo explained it’s not uncommon drug loads are left abandoned, sometimes in neighborhoods. “So in a couple... more »

• Weslaco Fire Official Advises Safety Precautions When Handling Fireworks Play Video

  December 27, 2019 6:28 PM

  WESLACO – Many people are getting ready to celebrate the new year with fireworks, but those fireworks themselves could potentially crash the party. Lieutenant Rich Stubbs from the Weslaco Fire Department says over the years with emergency calls they're had, half are injuries to children are from improper firework... more »

• Hombre de 53 años muere tras caer en canal cerca de Mercedes

  December 26, 2019 8:17 PM

  CERCA DE MERCEDES – El Departamento de Seguridad Pública investiga un accidente mortal al norte de Mercedes. El accidente ocurrió aproximadamente a las 11:53 a.m. del jueves en FM 1425 cerca de la carretera 107. DPS informa que una camioneta Ford pick-up viaaba hacia el norte por FM... more »

• Game Warden Advises Safety Measures When Gifting Firearms Play Video

  December 24, 2019 6:40 PM

  WESLACO – Texas Game Wardens say this is the time of year they see more illegal hunting in the Rio Grande Valley region. They’re also stressing firearm safety ahead of the holiday. It’s not uncommon in Texas to receive a gun as a Christmas gift, but with that gift... more »

• Weslaco Police Offer Helpful Tips to Protect Home While Traveling during Holidays Play Video

  December 20, 2019 5:56 PM

  WESLACO – The holiday season is in full swing and that means a busy travel season too. Law enforcement says this is when crooks try to take advantage of people not being home. Eric Hernandez is the public information officer for the Weslaco Police Department. He says deception is... 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 »

• 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 »

• Call from Border Patrol Leads to Detention of 22 Immigrants in Mexico Play Video

  December 17, 2019 10:18 PM

  WESLACO – A call to Mexican authorities by Border Patrol resulted in the detention of 22 immigrants staged along the Rio Grande about to smuggle into the U.S. Border Patrol’s foreign operations branch works with authorities across the border. Officials told CHANNEL 5 NEWS these kind of communications... more »

• Reunión pública para informar sobre proyecto de drenaje en Weslaco Play Video

  December 13, 2019 9:15 PM

  WESLACO – Residentes de Weslaco busca de respuestas acerca del multimillonario proyecto que está sucediendo justo en el patio de sus casas. Raul Sesin, gestor general del proyecto de drenaje, dice que esta área en Weslaco es realmente conocida como Las Brisas la cual es parte del proyecto. ... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Drainage to Hold Public Meeting to Update on Project Progress Play Video

  December 13, 2019 6:50 PM

  WESLACO – People in Weslaco are looking for answers about the multi-million dollar project happening in their backyard. One of the 38 bond projects in Hidalgo County is near Mile 9 Road and FM 1015. The project will hopefully bring flood relief to the area of the Las... more »

• Fallen Houston Officer Remembered by Valley Relatives Play Video

  December 9, 2019 5:31 PM

  WESLACO – Sergeant Christopher Brewster is being hailed a hero by the Houston Police Department after he was killed in the line of duty. Brewster’s family in the Rio Grande Valley are remembering him for his kind heart and infectious smile. Emily Brewster, his aunt, remembers her nephew... more »

• Video Released of Migrant Death in Border Patrol Custody Raises More Questions Play Video

  December 5, 2019 6:12 PM

  WESLACO – New video was released leading to more questions about the death of a 16-year-old migrant in Border Patrol custody. Weslaco police are investigating the death of the Guatemalan migrant. He died at a Border Patrol holding station in May. The graphic video shows the final moments... more »

• Family, Mercedes Residents Seek Answers after Another Arrest in City Meeting Uproar Play Video

  December 4, 2019 10:31 PM

  WESLACO – The aftermath of a heated commissioners meeting still being felt in the city of Mercedes. Four people were arrested at the meeting back in September and now on Wednesday, a fifth. On Tuesday night, Israel Coronado was arrested for the actions he allegedly committed back at... more »

• Valley is High Target for Crooks Committing Tax Fraud Play Video

  December 4, 2019 5:40 PM

  WESLACO – The fourth annual National Tax Security Awareness Week is underway as the 2020 tax filing season is around the corner. It’s a year-round fight to keep your identity safe, but the Internal Revenue Service says the holiday season is when people are most vulnerable, because of all... more »

• High-Skill Visas Denied at Record Rate Play Video

  December 3, 2019 10:39 PM

  WESLACO – Legal immigration for skilled foreigners is increasingly difficult to achieve. A national report found the government is denying these kinds of visas at a record rate, and it's happening across the country including in Texas. An investigation by Senior Data Journalist Sinduja Rangarajan of Mother Jones... more »

• Fear of Violence Keeping Weslaco Family from Searching for Missing Loved One in Reynosa Play Video

  December 3, 2019 10:02 PM

  WESLACO – A Rio Grande Valley family is crippled by fear, pain and frustration One of their loved ones disappeared without a trace. It’s been 72 hours since Alejandra Perez’s mother disappeared in Reynosa. Perez says the family’s search efforts are paralyzed by their fear of crossing into... more »

• Valley Fire Official: Take Proper Precautions When Setting Up Holiday Lights on Home Play Video

  December 3, 2019 6:43 PM

  WESLACO – It’s a popular scene this time of year. Ladders come out of the garage to help homeowners light up their home for the holidays. Anthony Rios says it’s a tradition in his family, but he dodged a bullet this year. He put up Christmas lights without using... more »

• Weslaco Girls Aim To Keep Winning Tradition Alive Play Video

  December 2, 2019 7:36 PM

  WESLACO - The Pantherettes are out to a 14-1 start on the basketball court. As CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross reports, Weslaco's girls are aiming to keep their winning tradition alive this season. more »

• Cyber Expert Warns Online Shoppers of Fraudulent Websites Play Video

  December 2, 2019 6:50 PM

  WESLACO – The red flags or fake websites can be found right in front of you. As shoppers are taking advantage of Cyber Monday deals, crooks are also snooping for personal information. Alberto Salinas received an email believed to be regarding his PayPal account. He didn’t give in.... more »

• Photographer's Perspective: Thanksgiving Traditions Play Video

  December 1, 2019 11:24 PM

  WESLACO - The news never takes a holiday off. That means our Channel 5 News staff doesn't either. Sometimes working on a holiday means an inside look into someone else's family traditions. Photojournalist Elette Garza shows us in this week's Photographer's Perspective. For the full story,... more »

• First & Goal Friday: November 29th Play Video

  November 30, 2019 11:30 PM

  WESLACO - Three valley teams hitting the gridiron for the regional semi-finals Friday. Weslaco meeting with Lake Travis, Weslaco East matched up with West Lake, and Vela going against Brandeis. The channel 5 sports team was in Laredo and San Antonio to cover all the contests. Check... more »

• Crooks Using Wireless Tech in Credit Card Skimmers amid Holiday Travel Play Video

  November 26, 2019 10:11 PM

  WESLACO – An alert ahead for people traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday. Many will be hitting the road this week and thieves along with them. Authorities say thieves are now hacking fuel pumps while people are still standing by their vehicle. Crooks are stealing credit card information wirelessly... more »

• Weslaco Headed to Regional Semi-Finals Play Video

  November 26, 2019 12:19 AM

  WESLACO - Weslaco is headed to the third round of the playoffs for the third time in school history. Meeting with Lake Travis this Friday at Alamo Stadium. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• 13 Valley Health Providers Accused of Breach of Agency Contact Play Video

  November 25, 2019 5:48 PM

  WESLACO – Several Rio Grande Valley healthcare providers are accused of breach of contract in connection with Medicaid fraud. They’ve waited years for their trial to start. They want to prove they’ve done nothing wrong. In 2015, 13 current and former healthcare providers were sued by the agency... more »

• Pothole Riddled Road Causes Concern for Weslaco Resident Play Video

  November 24, 2019 11:12 PM

  WESLACO - A Weslaco woman says she is concerned about the road she lives on. She says it's riddled with pot holes. The road she calls hazardous is inside her apartment complex. She lives at New Millenium Apartments. The woman asked us not to show her... more »

• Weslaco Girls Top Harlingen at Border Brawl Play Video

  November 23, 2019 11:02 PM

  MCALLEN - Weslaco and Harlingen girls making it to the championship game at the Border Brawl. The Panthers getting the tile with a final score of 58-45. Check out the highlights. more »

• Valley Football Regional Semifinal Schedule

  November 23, 2019 5:58 PM

  WESLACO – Four Valley football teams are headed to the third round of the playoffs. Here’s the complete schedule. 6A DIVISION 1 Weslaco (10-2) vs Lake Travis (11-1) at SA Alamo Stadium Friday, Nov. 29 at 1:00 PM 6A DIVISION 2 Vela... more »

• First & Goal Friday: November 22nd Play Video

  November 23, 2019 12:18 AM

  WESLACO - Four Valley high school football teams are moving onto the third round of the playoffs. Here's a look at Friday's final scores. Click on the attached video to watch our First & Goal coverage. Weslaco 41, McAllen Memorial 34 (F) Vela 45, Eagle Pass 21 (F)... more »

• 5 on 5: November 21st Play Video

  November 21, 2019 10:50 PM

  WESLACO - There's lots of high school basketball this week with tournaments going on across the Valley. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has our 5 on 5 highlights from Thursday's tourney action. more »

• Policía de Weslaco busca a conductor involucrado en accidente con volcadura Play Video

  November 18, 2019 8:29 PM

  WESLACO – La policía busca al conductor que huyó de un accidente de dos vehículos donde hubo una volcadura. Ocurrió en Weslaco en Texas Boulevard cerca de Milla 10. La policía de Weslaco nos informó que el ocupante de uno de los vehículos fue enviado al hospital. ... more »

• Weslaco Police Searching for Driver Involved in Rollover Crash on Hwy 88

  November 18, 2019 7:51 PM

  WESLACO – Police are searching for a driver who fled a rollover crash involving two vehicles in Weslaco. The crash happened on Texas Boulevard near Mile 10. Weslaco police told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the occupant of one of the vehicles involved was sent to the hospital. The... more »

• Census Bureau Hiring for Temporary Job Positions in the Valley Play Video

  November 18, 2019 5:56 PM

  WESLACO – The government has hundreds of job openings in the Rio Grande Valley to help with the 2020 Census. Workforce Solutions is partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau. Positions available are part time, temporary and seasonal which require little to no experience. Applicants are required to... more »

• First & Goal Saturday: Weslaco Tops Los Fresnos, 35-28 Play Video

  November 17, 2019 12:26 AM

  WESLACO - Los Fresnos visiting Weslaco for the first round of playoffs on Saturday. The game going back and fourth, until the Panthers pull ahead in the end to get the W, 35-28. Check out the highlights. more »