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• Palmview crews repaving road damaged by sewer project Play Video

  December 2, 2025 10:26 PM

  Those driving down Breyfogle Road from the expressway to FM 495 in Palmview will encounter a road covered in potholes, residents said. “[The potholes] have been there for a while, and every time it rains, it gets worse," Palmview resident Martin Obregon said. Obregon said he drives on... more »

• Palmview adding over 100 streetlights to multiple neighborhoods Play Video

  November 13, 2025 8:21 PM

  Over a dozen streets in the city of Palmview will receive a total of 119 streetlights, the city announced. The streetlights should be fully implemented by fall 2026 at no cost to taxpayers. Palmview Mayor Rick Villarreal said the community let city leaders know what they wanted. ... more »

• Records: 19-year-old woman confessed to fatally shooting man in rural Mission Play Video

  October 21, 2025 10:40 AM

  A 19-year-old Palmview woman was charged with murder on Tuesday in connection with a shooting in rural Mission that killed one man, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. A criminal complaint obtained by Channel 5 News said Kayla Alejandra Gonzalez confessed to killing the man by shooting him... more »

• State grant to fund Palmview street improvement project Play Video

  September 24, 2025 7:00 PM

  A busy road in Palmview is getting major improvements. City officials said the Texas General Land Office awarded Palmview a $875,000 grant to make improvements on Goodwin road. A one-mile stretch of the road flooded during the June 2019 storms. “Over time, when you have that amount... more »

• Palmview announces $2.5 million drainage improvement project Play Video

  September 18, 2025 7:07 PM

  In response to heavy flooding in areas of the city that’s occurred throughout the years, the city of Palmview announced they’re upgrading the drainage system in the Tierra Linda subdivision. New roadside ditches and drainage tunnels will be added to manage the flow of water as part of the... more »

• $5 million loan to pay for multiple improvement projects in Alton Play Video

  September 8, 2025 11:00 PM

  Alton city leaders approved a $5 million loan to pay for several projects. City leaders said they will use property taxes to pay back the loan. Among the projects being paid for is one to widen 5-Mile Line and Alton Boulevard as part of a joint project with... more »

• Hidalgo County Precinct 3 working to combat illegal dumping Play Video

  August 5, 2025 11:34 AM

  A hot spot for illegal dumping in Hidalgo County has been cleaned up twice in the last 24 hours. Early Monday, piles of tires and furniture littered South Greene Road in Palmview and Hidalgo County Precinct 3 crews cleaned it all up. Leandro Cano lives nearby, and he... more »

• Alton, Palmview reach new agreement to speed up house fire response times Play Video

  July 16, 2025 11:12 AM

  Shorter response times to house fires is the goal of a new agreement and partnership between the city of Alton and Palmview. From now on, if someone calls 911 to report a house fire in Alton, Palmview firefighters will automatically show up. The same goes if there is a... more »

• Records identify Mission murder suspect as Valluco gang member Play Video

  June 24, 2025 2:41 PM

  The suspect accused of running over a man in Mission was identified as a Valluco gang member, according to a criminal complaint obtained by Channel 5 News. The complaint accuses Caleb Ramos of fatally running over Marcos Macias — also a Valluco gang member — after slashing the tires... more »

• Fianza de $2 millones para hombre acusado de atropello mortal en Mission Play Video

  June 19, 2025 10:13 PM

  Un hombre de 29 años fue acusado de asesinato en primer grado el viernes después de que, según la policía, atropelló mortalmente a uno de sus amigos en Mission. Caleb Jeremiah Ramos fue arrestado el jueves por la mañana en relación con la investigación de homicidio, según... more »

• Five RGV baseball players will participate in the 2025 THSBCA All Star game Play Video

  June 14, 2025 11:26 PM

  Five RGV baseball players will participate in the 2025 THSBCA All Star game. Nikki Rowe Senior Pitcher Javier Garcia, PSJA High senior catcher Jacob Delgadillo, Palmview senior second basemen Mateo Garcia, Sharlyand senior pitcher Fabrizio Salinas and Los Fresnos shortstop Derek Garcia. The game is set for Sunday,... more »

• 3 suspects accused of stealing car from Palmview Whataburger arrested Play Video

  June 5, 2025 7:24 PM

  “Hundreds of tips” led to the arrest of three people accused of injuring a woman while stealing her car from a Whataburger parking lot, according to the Palmview Police Department. The suspects were identified as an adult woman — Miranda San Juan — and two juveniles. Palmview police... more »

• Arrestan a un hombre en Edinburg en relación con un accidente mortal de moto

  June 3, 2025 8:03 PM

  Un hombre de 19 años de edad, Edinburg fue detenido el martes en relación con un accidente mortal de motocicleta 2024. Los registros de la cárcel del condado de Hidalgo muestran Kevin Alfredo González está detenido sin fianza por un cargo de homicidio por negligencia criminal. La acusación... more »

• Edinburg man arrested in connection with fatal motorcycle crash

  June 3, 2025 8:00 PM

  A 19-year-old Edinburg man was arrested Tuesday in connection with a deadly 2024 motorcycle crash. Hidalgo County jail records show Kevin Alfredo Gonzalez is being held without bond on a charge of criminal negligent homicide. The indictment against Gonzalez links him to the death of Isaiah Angelo Torres.... more »

• Familia pierde su hogar tras incendio en Palmview Play Video

  May 21, 2025 5:43 PM

  Una familia de Palmview lo perdió todo tras un incendio que destruyó su casa móvil. A pesar de las pérdidas, lograron salvar sus vidas, aunque uno de los integrantes resultó herido mientras intentaba rescatar a su hijo. Noticias RGV estuve en el lugar donde el incendio destruyó por completo... more »

• On the Diamond: March 2nd Play Video

  March 2, 2020 11:11 PM

  LOS FRESNOS - Fresh off winning the Los Fresnos-Port Isabel Tournament, the Falcons earned another victory on the diamond Monday night. Los Fresnos doubled up Palmview in non-district action. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has some highlights. more »

• Arrestan a pareja de Palmview con cargos de tráfico de drogas

  February 18, 2020 3:45 PM

  Agentes federales arrestaron a una pareja de Palmview la semana pasada con cargos de tráfico de drogas. Investigaciones de Seguridad Nacional, HSI por sus siglas en inglés, una división del Servicio de Inmigración y Aduanas de Estados Unidos, arresto a Maria Trinidad Garcia, de 45 años, de Palmview, y... more »

• Policía de Palmview busca a persona de interés en tiroteo mortal

  December 23, 2019 8:29 PM

  PALMVIEW – La policía de Palmview busca a una persona de interés en relación a un tiroteo mortal. El domingo aproximadamente a las 9:57 p.m, la policía acudió a la cuadra 100 de la calle Minnesota sur por un reporte de un hombre con una herida de bala. ... more »

• Palmview Police Searching for Person of Interest in Fatal Shooting Play Video

  December 23, 2019 8:01 PM

  PALMVIEW – Police in Palmview are searching for a person of interest connected to a fatal shooting. On Sunday at approximately 9:57 p.m, police were call out to the 100 block of South Minnesota Road on a report of a male with a gunshot wound. Upon their arrival,... more »

• Construction for Sewer Project Becoming Issue for Palmview Residents Play Video

  December 18, 2019 6:56 PM

  PALMVIEW – A sewer project is causing big problems for a family in Palmview. They say construction is making it harder for them to protect their pets. The project is expected to benefit Palmview residents by taking them off septic tanks. In the course for the project, a... more »

• Vehículo de patrulla fronteriza choca con autobús escolar de la Joya ISD

  November 22, 2019 9:17 AM

  SUR DE PALMVIEW – La policía del Distrito escolar independiente de La Joya se encuentra en la escena después de que un vehículo de la patrulla fronteriza chocara contra uno de sus autobuses. El incidente ocurre en Military y la calle Abram, al sur de Palmview. Nos informan... more »

• La Joya ISD Police Investigating School Bus Crash Involving Border Patrol Play Video

  November 22, 2019 8:44 AM

  PALMVIEW – Authorities are investigating an accident between a border patrol vehicle and a La Joya Independent School District school bus. It happened on Friday around 7 a.m. near Military and Abram roads, south of Palmview. La Joya ISD Police Chief Raul Gonzalez says the bus was rear-ended... more »

• Palmview Residents Frustrated over Delay of Construction on Sewage Project Play Video

  November 8, 2019 6:11 PM

  PALMVIEW – Many residents in Palmview have grown frustrated with the mess, traffic and dangers a sewage project brought. The project construction site is off La Homa Road and Veterans Boulevard. This week, Agua Special Utility District decided to fire the company they had hired to build the... more »

• Hombre de Mission muere en accidente al norte de Palmview Play Video

  October 3, 2019 3:47 PM

  CERCA DE PALMVIEW – Un hombre murió tras introducir su vehículo en una zanja en FM 676. Sucedió el jueves aproximadamente a las 12:40 p.m. al oeste de Bentsen Palm Drive, al norte de Palmview. El Departamento de Seguridad Pública menciona que una investigación preliminar reveló que Octavio... more »

• Mission Man Dies in Crash North of Palmview Play Video

  October 3, 2019 3:39 PM

  NEAR PALMVIEW – A man is dead after crashing his vehicle into a ditch along FM 676. It happened Thursday approximately at 12:40 p.m. west of Bentsen Palm Drive, just north of Palmview. The Department of Public Safety says a preliminary investigation revealed 55-year-old Octavio Guerrero, of Mission,... more »

• Ciudades del Valle abren sitios de distribución de costales de arena

  September 3, 2019 1:49 PM

  WESLACO – Con la depresión tropical que se formó en el Golfo, algunas ciudades del Valle del Río Grande anuncian sitios de distribución de costales de arena. Se han anunciado las siguientes ubicaciones: Brownsville Sept. 4 Condado Cameron Pct 1 2050 S. Browne Avenue 8 a.m. Límite de... more »

• Two-A-Day Tour: Palmview Play Video

  August 20, 2019 11:01 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 Palmview. more »

• Abogado de la ciudad de Palmview responde a declaraciones sobre incendio Play Video

  August 16, 2019 3:22 PM

  PALMVIEW - El abogado de la ciudad de Palmview responde a las declaraciones hechas por otro abogado que representa a la familia de una niña de 11 años que murió en un incendio. El mes pasado, el incendio cerca de Alton cobró la vida de Versidy Hernandez y el... more »

• Palmview City Attorney Responds to Criticism over Response Time to Fatal Fire Play Video

  August 16, 2019 1:45 PM

  PALMVIEW – The Palmview city attorney is responding to recent comments made about a deadly house fire. The parents of 11-year-old Versidy Hernandez spoke for the first time Wednesday about their daughter’s death. They hired an attorney to investigate the fatal fire last month. The family lawyer... more »

• Investigation Continues for Fatal Palmview House Fire Play Video

  July 22, 2019 5:33 PM

  PALMVIEW – Multiple Rio Grande Valley law enforcement agencies are still trying to figure out what started a deadly fire in Palmview where an 11-year-old girl died. Hidalgo County Fire Marshal's Office is in charge of the investigation. They are still searching for answers and getting help from... more »

• Palmview Residents Reacting to Fatal Sunday Afternoon Fire Play Video

  July 21, 2019 9:37 PM

  PALMVIEW – A Rio Grande Valley neighborhood is in mourning after an 11-year-old girl passed away in a fire. Several crews were called to Susana Street and La Homa Road around 3 p.m. Sunday. At first, the girl was unaccounted for, but by 7 p.m., Hidalgo County Sheriff... more »

• Construction Project in Palmview Causing Dust Concerns for Residents Play Video

  July 19, 2019 5:40 PM

  PALMVIEW - A construction project is causing concerns in a Palmview neighborhood. Residents who live by the project say the dust from the construction of a new sewer nearby is out of control. Sierra Martinez lives with her three kids on Breyfogle Road. This summer she says... more »

• Reparación de semáforos en Palmview

  July 16, 2019 4:43 PM

  PALMVIEW - El Departamento de Transporte de Texas notifica que reemplazarán semáforos con nuevas unidades. El trabajo está programado para el miércoles 17 de julio al viernes 19 de julio de 9:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m en la intersección de US 83 y La Homa Road y la intersección... more »

• Traffic Signal Repairs Scheduled in Palmview

  July 16, 2019 4:15 PM

  PALMVIEW - The Texas Department of Transportation notifies that traffic signals are being replaced with new units. Signal work is scheduled for Wed. July 17 through Fri. July 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m on US 83 and La Homa Road intersection and the FM 495 and La... more »

• Investigation Underway into Fire at Peñitas Tire Shop Play Video

  June 17, 2019 11:55 AM

  PEÑITAS – An early morning fire breaks out at a tire shop in Peñitas. The building is severely damaged and possibly some customer vehicles were inside at the time. It happened at the Speedy Gonzalez Tire Shop off Tom Gill Road. Several fire departments were called to... more »

• CON MI GENTE: 92-Year-Old Dancing Queen Stays on Her Feet Play Video

  June 11, 2019 11:26 AM

  PALMVIEW – Being 92 years young doesn’t mean you have to be taking it easy. Trudy Marcotte still drives and she loves to dance; she’s always been light on her feet. Her group of friends at Green Gate Grove in Palmview all also love to dance. Trudy... more »

• Valley Cities Open Sandbag Distribution Sites amid Possible Severe Weather

  June 3, 2019 11:55 AM

  WESLACO – Cities across the Rio Grande Valley are handing out sandbags ahead of the possible severe weather this week. Alton Distribution times: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Limit of four bags per household For inquiries, contact Alton Public Works at 956-432-0792.... more »

• Intento de Robo en Palmview Termina en Tiroteo Play Video

  May 6, 2019 8:49 PM

  PALMVIEW – Un intento de robo a domicilio por un adolescente terminó con un tiroteo. Ocurrió en una casa frente a la avenida Ricardo y la carretera North Shuerbach en Palmview; los investigadores incluso cerraron una de las carreteras poco después del incidente. El teniente de policía de... more »

• Attempted Home Burglary in Palmview Ends with Shooting Play Video

  May 6, 2019 5:23 PM

  PALMVIEW – A home burglary attempt by a teen ended with a shooting. It happened at a home off of Ricardo Avenue and North Shuerbach Road in Palmview; investigators even closed off one of the roads shortly after the incident. Palmview Police Lieutenant Arnold Sepulveda says police first... more »

• Palmview EMS Vehicles to Serve in Alton Play Video

  April 17, 2019 5:15 PM

  ALTON – Emergency services in Alton continues with another company. The city of Palmview’s emergency medical services will serve the area. Alton will house two Palmview EMS vehicles and staff. The agreement for the cities to work together was finalized late last month. Hidalgo County EMS... more »

• Streets in Palmview to be Repaved following 14-Month Delay Play Video

  April 12, 2019 10:23 PM

  PALMVIEW – The streets in Palmview will soon be repaved after a 14-month delay. A sewer project came to a halt in February of 2018; the city was forced to stop construction. Meanwhile, the once-paved streets that were torn up to lay the sewer pipe sat untouched. ... 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 »

• Hombre De Palmview Sentenciado Por Participación En Un Caso De Fraude A Medicare Play Video

  March 20, 2019 2:28 PM

  PALMVIEW: Un hombre de Palmview pasará más de cuatro años tras las rejas por su participación en un caso de fraude de Medicare que costó más de $ 830,000. Ivar Cantú, de 47 años, se declaró culpable de conspirar para cometer un fraude de atención médica en diciembre... more »

• Palmview Man Sentenced for Involvement in Medicare Fraud Case Play Video

  March 20, 2019 12:17 PM

  PALMVIEW – A Palmview man will spend more than four years behind bars for his involvement in a Medicare fraud case which cost more than $830,000. Ivar Cantu, 47, pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit health care fraud back in December of 2017. Cantu set up a fake... more »

• Residents Blame Lighting as Cause for Dangerous Road in Palmview Play Video

  February 1, 2019 11:21 PM

  PALMVIEW – Residents are saying the accident along La Homa Road in Palmview is reminding them of a similar accident in 2014. They say a high school student died while getting out of a bus nearly 5 years ago, about four miles away from the incident this week. ... more »

• DPS Continues to Search for Driver Involved in Auto-Ped Crash Play Video

  January 30, 2019 5:49 PM

  NEAR PALMVIEW – State troopers are on the lookout for the driver responsible for an auto-pedestrian crash near Palmview. A 9-year-old girl was hit by a car as she was walking to her bus. La Joya Independent School District is also investigating the incident. "The motorists can... more »

• 9-Year-Old Hit by Vehicle in Stable Condition, Search for Driver Responsible Ongoing Play Video

  January 30, 2019 8:48 AM

  UPDATE (1:37 p.m.): Department of Public Safety says the 9-year-old hit Wednesday morning by a vehicle has got out of surgery. They say she is currently in stable condition. She was hit while trying to board her school bus. -------------- PALMVIEW – Department of Public Safety... more »

• DPS Troopers Investigating Two-Vehicle Fatal Crash North of Palmview Play Video

  January 26, 2019 4:51 PM

  NEAR PALMVIEW - A fatal two-vehicle crash is now under the investigation of DPS troopers. It happened on Minnesota Road and 2 Mile Line around 3:15 Saturday afternoon. A preliminary investigation shows a Mercedes Benz and GMC Yukon collided at the intersection. 54-year-old Javier Angel Vargas-Ayala was... more »

• Alcalde de Palmview Regresa a sus Funciones Play Video

  January 15, 2019 11:11 AM

  PALMVIEW - El alcalde de Palmview regresa a sus funciones. después de que los oficiales electorales del estado cuestionaron su elección de noviembre. Inicialmente le comunicaron a Ricardo Villarreal que tendría que postularse por segunda vez, después de que los oficiales electorales del estado anularan la elección de noviembre.... more »

• Palmview Mayor to Return to Office After Election Questioned Play Video

  January 14, 2019 9:48 PM

  PALMVIEW – The newly elected Palmview mayor resumes his office duties after his election was questioned. A judge has ruled that Mayor Ricardo Villareal was properly elected. The state initially voided his election because Villareal’s name was in a section of the ballot which only listed unopposed elected... more »

• Judge Signs Temporary Restraining Order to Halt Palmview Special Election Play Video

  December 18, 2018 2:17 PM

  PALMVIEW – The special election for the mayoral race in Palmview is on hold after a judge signed-off a temporary restraining order. The state voided out the recent Palmview mayoral election after the state secretary’s office rated November’s election as incorrect. KRGV’s Michael Scott explains Ricardo Villarreal was... more »

• La Oficina Del Secretario De Estado Señala La Elección De La Alcaldía En Palmview Como Nula Play Video

  December 5, 2018 1:47 PM

  PALMVIEW - Los funcionarios del estado están señalando como nula una elección del Valle del Río Grande. El alcalde electo de Palmview, que ya había prestado juramento, no podrá mantener su puesto. La ciudad de Palmview tendrá que realizar otra elección después de que la oficina del secretario de estado... more »

• Former Palmview Police Dispatcher Found Guilty of Manslaughter Play Video

  November 17, 2018 4:58 PM

  A former Palmview police dispatcher was found guilty of manslaughter and evading arrest causing death. Investigators say Jacobo Rivera slammed a vehicle into a concrete pillar, killing his passenger, two years ago. Authorities say a state trooper was trying to stop him from speeding when the crash happened. Hidalgo County... more »

• Palmview Resident Says Flooded Roads Preventing Mail Deliveries Play Video

  October 12, 2018 5:57 PM

  PALMVIEW – People living north of Palmview say the recent rain turned the worn caliche on their roads sandy and wet, making it difficult to drive through there. Urbano Yanez, 77, says for months he’s been waiting for these roads to dry out. He says he has witnessed people getting... more »

• DPS Search for Driver Responsible for Fatal Auto-Pedestrian Crash Play Video

  September 25, 2018 12:00 PM

  NEAR PALMVIEW – A man hit by a car Sunday evening north of Palmview has died. Department of Public Safety is now looking for the driver of the vehicle that hit him. It happened just before 11 p.m. along La Homa Road, south of 6 Mile. The man was flown... more »

• City of Palmview in Recovery Phase, Orders Those on FM 495 to Evacuate Play Video

  June 22, 2018 5:55 PM

  PALMVIEW – Mandatory evacuations are underway for the city of Palmview. Officials say although the rain is gone, water continues rising in some areas. On Friday, the mayor issued an evacuation notice for residents and businesses on FM 495 between Bentsen Palm and Minnesota roads . The decision came following... more »

• Mandatory Evacuation Notice Issued for Residents, Businesses on Stretch of FM 495 Play Video

  June 22, 2018 11:19 AM

  PALMVIEW – Officials are issuing a mandatory evacuation notice to residents and businesses in Palmview due to water overflow at the Mission drainage canal. A press release issued out Friday by Mayor Gerardo Perez instructs those on FM 495 between Bentsen Palm and Minnesota roads to vacate as soon as... more »

• State Suspends 2 Palmview Programs Play Video

  May 14, 2018 6:51 PM

  PALMVIEW – Another Palmview program has been suspended. Two weeks ago, CHANNEL 5 NEWS told you the city’s asset forfeiture program was suspended by the government for improper use of federal dollars . The Attorney General’s Office suspended their crime victim’s liaison program for the same reason. The city’s new... more »

• El Programa de Decomiso de Bienes de Palmview es Suspendido, Bajo Revisión

  May 5, 2018 4:13 PM

  PALMVIEW – La ciudad de Palmview está bajo revisión por parte del Departamento de Justicia de los Estados Unidos. La ciudad informa que han usado indebidamente miles de dólares federales. Dependiendo del resultado de la revisión, Palmview puede deberle al gobierno más de $200,000. El director de finanzas de Palmview... more »

• Palmview’s Asset Forfeiture Program Suspended, Under Review Play Video

  May 4, 2018 7:06 PM

  PALMVIEW – The city of Palmview is under review by the U.S. Department of Justice. The city is reporting they have improperly used thousands of federal dollars. Depending on the outcome of the review, Palmview may owe the government over $200,000. The Palmview director of finance describes as a hard... more »

• Palmview City Leaders Meet to Discuss Police Chief's Future Play Video

  April 23, 2018 4:46 PM

  UPDATE (4/24): Robert Barrera was unanimously voted out of his position during a special meeting Monday. Barrera had been on administrative leave with pay for about a week while the city looked at issues regarding the department. The city manager recommended the police chief to be let go. The city... more »

• Video Shows Van Pushing Man in Wheelchair on Palmview Road Play Video

  April 2, 2018 9:35 PM

  PALMVIEW – A video showing a man in a wheelchair being pressed against the grill of the van surfaced on Monday. It appears the man to be encouraging it. CHANNEL 5 NEWS wanted to know exactly what happened. Sgt. Arnold Sepulveda, spokesperson for the Palmview Police Department, says it’s an... more »

• Corte Decidirá Si Proyecto de Alcantarillado Continúa en Palmview

  February 24, 2018 9:53 AM

  PALMVIEW – Los funcionarios dicen que no hay cronograma para los residentes que viven cerca de Breyfogle Road al Este del Expressway 83 en PALMVIEW y tendrán que seguir soportando un proyecto en curso de alcantarillado de agua. CHANNEL 5 NEWS descubrió que un permiso de la corte es necesario... more »

• Court to Decide if Sewer Project Continues in Palmview Play Video

  February 23, 2018 5:44 PM

  PALMVIEW – Officials say there is no timeline for how long residents living near Breyfogle Road and East Expressway 83 in Palmview will have to deal with an ongoing water-sewer project. CHANNEL 5 NEWS learned permission is needed from the court to finish the project. The city of Palmview is... more »

• New Police Unit to Fight Crime Play Video

  February 18, 2018 5:50 PM

  PALMVIEW – The Palmview Police Department has a new unit aimed at cracking down on crime. Palmview Police Chief Chris Barrera says the new special operations unit was created this month. He said the goal is to dig deeper into their investigations. Barrera said new special operations unit focuses on... more »

• Palmview Fire Dept. Certified to Offer Medical Services Play Video

  January 31, 2018 3:20 PM

  PALMVIEW – The Palmview Fire Department will soon offer emergency medical services. The department passed their licensure certification for mobile intensive care unit capabilities. This means firefighters will know techniques used by paramedics. The new certification will let the department use a new ambulance along with their fire trucks. Right... more »

• New Law May Affect How Palmview Annexation Moves Forward Play Video

  December 4, 2017 10:18 PM

  PALMVIEW – Cities that want to expand boundaries will have to go to residents for permission first. That's the result of a new state law. The city of Palmview has had eight annexations since 1972 and they are looking forward to continue expanding. The current annexation won't be affected by... more »

• Local Agencies Prep for 'Operation Big Rig' Campaign Play Video

  November 29, 2017 10:55 PM

  PALMVIEW – There’s a new push to stop human trafficking in the Rio Grande Valley . Called “Operation Big Rig”, the goal is to have more eyes on the lookout for trucks used for smuggling. With this push, U.S. Border Patrol is urging people to call 911 directly to report... more »

• Process for Foreigners Arrested on US Soil Explained Play Video

  November 9, 2017 10:18 PM

  PALMVIEW – A Mexican citizen was executed by the state of Texas Wednesday night. Mexico believes the United States violated an international treaty when trying his case. Under the Vienna Convention, when a foreigner is arrested for a crime, their consulate should be notified immediately. CHANNEL 5 NEWS visited a... more »

• Surveillance Video of Polling Place Sparks Concerns Play Video

  November 1, 2017 9:03 PM

  PALMVIEW – A video posted on Facebook should have never been recorded. The video came from a polling place. It was obtained from surveillance cameras that should have been turned off. No one should expect to see a video of them casting a ballot. “People started taking screenshots and sending... more »

• Crews Contain Structure Fire in Palmview Play Video

  October 25, 2017 5:26 PM

  PALMVIEW – Firefighters have contained the scene of a structure fire in Palmview. It happened just south of La Homa Road along Gracie Avenue. Thick black smoke from the fire was visible for several miles. Authorities said there was a car port with several vehicles and equipment. Fire officials told... more »

• Un Hombre Enfrenta Cargos en Relación a Un Caso de Homicidio Play Video

  October 7, 2017 10:59 PM

  PALMVIEW – Un hombre ha sido acusado de homicidio en primer grado en relación con una muerte en Palmview. Chris Barrera, Jefe de Policía de Palmview informo que se le dio una fianza de un millón de dólares a Conrado Tovar Jr. El homicidio se registró en el parque de... more »

• Man Charged in Connection to Homicide Case Play Video

  October 7, 2017 4:35 PM

  PALMVIEW – A man is charged with first-degree murder in connection to a homicide Friday in Palmview. Palmview Police Chief Chris Barrera says Conrado Tovar Jr. allegedly killed his victim with a bat. The murder happened at a mobile home park off G and G Dr in Palmview around 3... more »

• 1 Dead, 1 in Custody in Palmview Homicide Investigation Play Video

  October 6, 2017 5:05 PM

  PALMVIEW – Palmview police are awaiting a search warrant to move forward in a homicide investigation. The scene at a mobile home park on G and G Dr is still active and information is currently limited. CHANNEL 5 NEWS is told that one person has been detained. Palmview Police Sgt.... more »

• Public Hearings Held for Possible Palmview Annexation Play Video

  October 4, 2017 4:56 PM

  PALMVIEW – Palmview is considering annexing part of the city. The city said the possible annexation of certain areas is to ensure the orderly development of the community and region. Letters have already been sent out to homeowners, business owners and other entities who may be impacted. Two public hearings... more »