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• Viral Facebook post helps Valley man receive CDL school scholarship Play Video

  December 6, 2025 1:16 PM

  Strangers came together to help a Rio Grande Valley man pay for trucking school. Roberto Yzaguirre just finished his first week at a CDL school. He's tried going for several years, but it all became a reality last week. A Facebook post showing him in Weslaco went viral... more »

• Suspect hospitalized following robbery turned officer-involved shooting in Weslaco smoke shop Play Video

  December 2, 2025 9:06 AM

  A suspect was shot in both legs during an officer-involved shooting at Vape City in Weslaco. The Weslaco Police Department held a news conference about the shooting on Tuesday. According to Weslaco police spokesperson Heribeto Caraveo, they received a call about two armed male suspects at the... more »

• City of Weslaco preparing for Lighted Christmas Parade Play Video

  December 1, 2025 3:50 PM

  The Weslaco Lighted Christmas Parade is one of the biggest Christmas parades in the Rio Grande Valley. The city is preparing for the big event. Weslaco Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Barbara Jean and Board Chair Ronda Lewis spoke with Channel 5 News' Dina Herrera Garza about... more »

• Neighbors witness burglary at Weslaco home under construction Play Video

  November 30, 2025 6:38 PM

  A Thanksgiving night robbery has people in a Weslaco neighborhood on high alert. Neighbors in Sienna Drive say their vigilance may have prevented an even bigger loss. "Saw two men walking out with some equipment, and they had a door," neighbor Priscilla Luna said. Luna's family lives... more »

• Weslaco stylist collects more than 250 canned goods for donation Play Video

  November 27, 2025 2:19 PM

  A Weslaco cosmetologist who collected canned goods instead of cash payments for services has gathered more than 250 non-perishable food items. Tessy Camargo donated the goods to the Rock of Ages Church in Pharr. For every 10 canned goods donated, Camargo offered clients a simple style, cut or makeup... more »

• Weslaco city leaders approve creation of new police and fire substation Play Video

  November 26, 2025 7:12 PM

  District 4 in Weslaco is set to see public safety improvements. City leaders approved the creation of a brand-new fire and police substation during last week's commissioner's meeting. The substation will be built along Mile 9 and Westgate Drive. Weslaco Mayor Adrian Gonzalez said the substation will... more »

• Family speaking out after Christmas decoration stolen from Weslaco-area home Play Video

  November 23, 2025 12:58 PM

  A family from the Weslaco area has a warning for those putting up Christmas decorations: Make sure they’re secure. A family said a five-foot, pre-lit Christmas countdown sign they set up in their front yard that cost $250 was stolen shortly after it was set up last week. ... more »

• Weslaco stylist offering hair, makeup services for food donations Play Video

  November 15, 2025 1:40 PM

  A Weslaco woman is doing what she can to help families keep food on the table. Instead of money, Tessy Camargo is accepting a different kind of payment for her services. "Services in the beauty industry can be very, very expensive," Camargo said. "You can donate what you... more »

• Student detained after threat made against Weslaco ISD middle school

  November 13, 2025 1:53 PM

  A student was detained by police after a verbal terroristic threat was made against Central Middle School, Weslaco ISD announced on Thursday. The district and the Weslaco Police Department conducted the investigation in a reported verbal terroristic threat made against the campus, the district said in a news release.... more »

• H-E-B Feast of Sharing events scheduled throughout the Valley Play Video

  November 9, 2025 6:36 PM

  Thanksgiving was celebrated early Sunday at the McAllen Convention Center. The 35th annual H-E-B Feast of Sharing was held, and 10,000 people were fed with the help of volunteers like Julius Cortez. "It's very good that we can come as a group and give out to a community... more »

• Valley food distributor offers low-cost produce bags Play Video

  November 9, 2025 2:08 PM

  Inflation has local families looking for inexpensive food options. One Rio Grande Valley food distributor is giving families an affordable way to buy produce. Saturday mornings in Weslaco are busy for Omar and Deborah Alvarado, who own Alvarado Produce LLC. They sell bags of produce at $2, $3... more »

• Valley businesses offering free meals to families affected by SNAP cuts Play Video

  November 3, 2025 1:45 PM

  The government shutdown is affecting many families in the Rio Grande Valley who get SNAP benefits. Funding for the federal program has currently run out, but local businesses are stepping up to help families who need an extra hand. Melissa Longoria is a single parent with five children... more »

• ICE visit leaves Weslaco construction workers worried Play Video

  November 1, 2025 12:43 PM

  Immigration-related arrests have happened across the Rio Grande Valley, from businesses to construction sites. Work on new homes in a new subdivision in Weslaco is now at a standstill. "They're not going out to work, so the work is getting a little behind," Construction Foreman Ruben Torres said.... more »

• Funeral services underway for daycare director killed in Donna shooting Play Video

  October 20, 2025 7:16 PM

  Funeral services were held on Monday for the daycare director who was shot and killed last week outside her place of work. A public viewing for 26-year-old Nubia Bravo was held at Salinas Funeral Home in Weslaco. Bravo was identified as the director of Neni's Childcare #2 daycare.... more »

• Weslaco man shares wife's 6-year journey with rare neurological disorder Play Video

  October 20, 2025 11:45 AM

  A Weslaco man is raising awareness after losing his wife to a rare brain disease. Steve Ortiz is keeping the memory of his late wife, Liliana Zapata, alive by sharing her story to encourage others to keep fighting. "For some reason it could've picked me, it could've picked... more »

• 'No Kings' protest held throughout the Valley Play Video

  October 18, 2025 6:35 PM

  Anti-Trump protests occurred across the Rio Grande Valley on Saturday. They're part of an organized nationwide effort known as "No Kings." At least 300 demonstrators showed up in McAllen and about 200 in Harlingen. One Valley veteran says she wanted her voice to be heard. "We do all... more »

• South Texas ISD employee being held without bond on child porn charge Play Video

  October 15, 2025 1:56 PM

  A Weslaco resident and employee at South Texas ISD remains in federal custody following his arrest on a charge of a receipt and distribution of child pornography, federal court records show. Roel Flores Jr. was arrested on Oct. 8 in his Weslaco home following an investigation that began nearly... more »

• 2 in custody following Mercedes police chase involving stolen vehicle Play Video

  October 13, 2025 4:04 PM

  Two people are in custody following a Monday police chase involving a stolen vehicle in Weslaco, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. One of the suspects in custody was behind the wheel of a black Dodge Ram truck that had been reported stolen out of Corpus Christi,... more »

• Records: South Texas ISD employee arrested on child porn charge Play Video

  October 9, 2025 12:33 PM

  A Weslaco resident and employee at South Texas ISD was caught downloading pornographic materials when he was arrested by federal agents on Wednesday, according to a criminal complaint obtained by Channel 5 News. Roel Flores Jr. remains in federal custody following his arrest on a charge of receipt and... more »

• Weslaco forms faith-based emergency response coalition Play Video

  October 7, 2025 10:05 PM

  Nearly two dozen church leaders met with Weslaco city leaders Tuesday for the first meeting of the city’s faith-based coalition. The church leaders met with the Weslaco Office of Emergency Management. “The goal of this new coalition is to unite local church leaders in strengthening our community’s ability... more »

• Heart of the Valley: Weslaco cancer survivor shares her story Play Video

  October 7, 2025 10:12 AM

  A Weslaco mom, who beat breast cancer, says she had no family history of the disease. Erika Galan spends her weekdays in the office, Saturday mornings in the gym, and every second of her life being mom to two little girls. She's also a breast cancer survivor, and... more »

• Classes canceled at Weslaco East High School due to power outage

  October 2, 2025 10:28 PM

  A significant power outage is causing classes to be canceled at Weslaco East High School, the district announced. Classes at the campus are cancelled on Friday, Oct. 3, and will resume on Monday, Oct. 6. While classes are cancelled, staff will still report to the main gymnasium at... more »

• Made in the 956: Weslaco native putting RGV on the map through writing Play Video

  September 30, 2025 11:45 AM

  Living on the border can be a mix of two cultures. One Rio Grande Valley author is sharing his experiences through his writing. One of his books is even a finalist for several awards, putting the Valley on the map in the world of literary arts. Weslaco native... more »

• Investigation underway following three-vehicle crash near Weslaco business Play Video

  September 22, 2025 10:08 PM

  Two people were hospitalized Monday evening following a crash in Weslaco. The three vehicle accident occurred in the property of Texas Food Mart, located at the intersection of Mile 10 North and FM 88. Traffic in the area is being redirected. According to the Weslaco Police Department,... more »

• Mother of Weslaco murder suspect charged in scheme to smuggle drugs into detention center Play Video

  September 19, 2025 7:40 PM

  The 37-year-old mother of a Weslaco murder suspect is now in custody in connection with a scheme to smuggle drugs into the Hidalgo County Detention Center, according to a news release. Emily Cavazos was booked into the Hidalgo County jail Thursday on charges of engaging in organized criminal activity... more »

• An inside look at DPS' crime lab in Weslaco Play Video

  September 19, 2025 10:26 AM

  Law enforcement and crime victims across the Rio Grande Valley rely on the work of the Texas Department of Public Safety's crime lab in Weslaco. Channel 5 News got an inside look at the impact the lab has when it comes to seeking justice. Robert Garcia said he... more »

• Weslaco implementing new Texas law that fines illegal posters and signs Play Video

  September 15, 2025 8:56 PM

  Signs advertising junk removal, internet services, yard sales and homes for sale can be seen around Weslaco in public. The city is now using a state law to punish those who put up the so-called “bandit signs” without permission. House Bill 3611 went into effect on Sept. 1,... more »

• Valley smoke shops weigh in on hemp ban for people under 21 Play Video

  September 12, 2025 12:48 PM

  Rio Grande Valley smoke shops are reacting to a new state rule that stops anyone younger than 21 from buying hemp products. Texas Toke Smoke Shop is getting in line with new rules in the state. "I do have a lot of people that come in, and I... more »

• 2 adults hospitalized following three-vehicle accident in Weslaco Play Video

  September 12, 2025 10:36 AM

  Two adults were transported to a local hospital following a three-vehicle crash in Weslaco. The accident occurred on eastbound Interstate 2 between Victoria Road and Texas Boulevard on Friday morning, according to Weslaco Police Department spokesperson Heribeto Caraveo. All travel lanes were shut down for about three hours... more »

• Flood planning group seeking public input on Valley's flooding issues Play Video

  September 10, 2025 7:09 PM

  The Region 15 Flood Planning Group is hoping to find solutions — and funding — to flooding issues in the Rio Grande Valley. The group was created by the Texas Water Development Board, and Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Commissioner David Fuentes is part of the group. Fuentes said... more »

• Pedestrian injured following two-vehicle crash near Weslaco Border Patrol Station Play Video

  September 8, 2025 7:59 PM

  A female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle involved in a crash near the Weslaco Border Patrol Station, according to police. The crash happened Monday at around 7 p.m. on the westbound lanes of frontage road near Bridge Avenue. According to the Weslaco Police Department, two vehicles crashed... more »

• Groundbreaking held for new Sam’s Club in Weslaco Play Video

  September 4, 2025 7:20 PM

  A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday for the Weslaco location of a Sam’s Club & Fuel Station. The store will be located at the intersection of Barbee Drive and FM 1015. Weslaco city officials said they’re hoping Sam’s Club will bring more job opportunities to the area. ... more »

• ‘The community will support them’: Customers react after Weslaco’s Sevilla Café catches fire Play Video

  September 2, 2025 8:11 PM

  A popular Weslaco restaurant is closed until further notice after it was damaged in a fire. Customers said they’ve been coming to the Sevilla Café at 241 S. Texas Boulevard for as long as they can remember. They said the café has served generations of families, and they hope... more »

• Weslaco stabbing suspect charged Play Video

  September 2, 2025 10:14 AM

  A man was arrested and charged in connection with a stabbing incident, according to Weslaco Police Department spokesperson Heriberto Caraveo. According to a news release, the victim was able to identify 56-year-old Jesus Garza as the suspect who stabbed him. Caraveo said officers responded to the 1500 block... more »

• Sevilla Café in downtown Weslaco closed after building catches fire Play Video

  September 2, 2025 9:52 AM

  A restaurant in downtown Weslaco caught fire Monday night. The fire occurred at the Sevilla Café, located at 241 South Texas Boulevard. According to Weslaco Fire Chief Antonio Lopez, reports of the fire came in at around 8:20 p.m. and was mostly in the back of the... more »

• Children's Bereavement Center prepares for gala fundraiser in Weslaco Play Video

  August 26, 2025 3:04 PM

  The Children's Bereavement Center of the Rio Grande Valley helps families heal during a very difficult time by offering support. The center's Executive Director Bill Reagan and Administrative Manager Noelynn Llasos speak with Channel 5 News' Dina Herrera Garza on how people can participate in their upcoming gala fundraiser.... more »

• Groundbreaking set for new Weslaco shopping plaza Play Video

  August 21, 2025 10:31 PM

  Weslaco city crews will break ground on a new shopping center on Friday. The incoming Shops at Westgate Plaza will be at the corner of Business 83 and Westgate Drive. The property will be 24,000 square feet, and the shopping strip is expected to bring 140 jobs to the... more »

• Weslaco ISD growing CTE and dual enrollment programs and upgrading campus security Play Video

  August 21, 2025 3:32 PM

  Thousands of Rio Grande Valley school districts have been at school for nearly a week or more, that includes students at Weslaco Independent School District. District leaders said they're trying to give students an edge academically and professionally this school year. They're growing their CTE and dual enrollment... more »

• 4 people arrested in connection with Hidalgo County human smuggling ring Play Video

  August 21, 2025 7:35 AM

  Four people were arrested in connection with the discovery of two stash houses in Edinburg and Donna that housed a total of 24 undocumented immigrants, according to a criminal complaint. The suspects are accused of harboring and transporting the immigrants at residences throughout Hidalgo County, according to a Thursday... more »

• Weslaco police see rise in vehicle thefts Play Video

  August 16, 2025 12:32 PM

  Residents living in northern Weslaco should be aware. Police are keeping an eye on a rise in vehicle thefts in the area. Police say it started in the last couple of weeks from July until now. Eight vehicles have been stolen, the majority of them GMC's and Chevy trucks.... more »

• 2 women arrested in connection with Weslaco auto theft investigation

  August 14, 2025 7:44 PM

  Two women were arrested Thursday in connection with an auto theft investigation, according to the Weslaco Police Department. The women, identified as 18-year-old Lesly Alonso and 19-year-old Kimberly Silva, have since been identified as the persons of interest in several other auto theft cases across Hidalgo County, according to... more »

• Illegal trash burning destroys home, damages 2 others near Elsa Play Video

  August 13, 2025 1:55 PM

  A man illegally burning trash led to his home being destroyed and two others being damaged near Elsa, fire investigators said. Firefighters with the Weslaco and Elsa fire departments responded to the area of Mile 15 North Wednesday at noon to battle the blaze. According to investigators, the... more »

• Active shooter response training held in Weslaco Play Video

  August 12, 2025 10:30 PM

  Law enforcement officers and first responders from across the Rio Grande Valley were in Weslaco training for an active shooter event. “Lord forbid we have any active shooter — but now this makes the RGV a safer and stronger place,” Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council Assistant Public Safety... more »

• Human smuggling suspect facing federal charges after wrong-way chase ends in Weslaco Play Video

  August 12, 2025 9:14 AM

  An Indiana driver accused of human smuggling is now in federal custody. Cesar Rafael Leon, 34, made his initial appearance in federal court on Tuesday, according to federal court records. He was turned over to the U.S. Marshals following the hearing. The indictment accuses Leon of picking up... more »

• Weslaco police therapy dog dies

  August 6, 2025 10:55 PM

  A beloved K9 officer with the Weslaco Police Department died, according to a news release. Officer Shayne died after his health declined due to a tumor in his abdomen and prostate, the department said. “Shayne served our department and community with unwavering dedication, courage, and loyalty —leaving an... more »

• New Weslaco police officers sworn in Play Video

  August 6, 2025 10:44 PM

  Seven new Weslaco police officers were sworn in on Wednesday. “For the first time in a long time, we are filling all our vacancies,” Weslaco police Chief Robert Flores said. Flores said the Weslaco Police Department will soon hire eight more police officers. The department will be fully... more »

• Bond set for Indiana driver charged in Weslaco human smuggling chase Play Video

  August 6, 2025 10:39 PM

  An Indiana man remains in custody following a Monday police chase that the Texas Department of Public Safety said was human smuggling related, jail records show. Hidalgo County jail records show Cesar Rafael Leon, 34, was booked on Tuesday on multiple charges of human smuggling, evading arrest and aggravated... more »

• Two-a-Day Tour 2025: Harlingen Cardinals Play Video

  August 5, 2025 11:07 PM

  The Harlingen Cardinals are coming off a season in which they faced a lot of hardship. A lot of key players battling injuries, particularly on offense, resulted in the team suffering significant low points throughout what began as a promising season. Still, the team managed to secure a playoff... more »

• Pets die in house fire in rural Weslaco

  August 5, 2025 11:10 AM

  The Hidalgo County fire marshal is investigating a house fire in rural Weslaco. The fire occurred on Sunday at the 900 block of Isabel Drive, according to city of Weslaco spokesperson Magali Vega. Vega said no one was home at the time of the fire, but the homeowners... more »

• Indiana driver facing human smuggling charges following police chase in Weslaco, DPS says Play Video

  August 4, 2025 12:02 PM

  A driver from Indiana was arrested Monday morning following a human smuggling chase that ended in Weslaco, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The driver, identified as 34-year-old Cesar Rafael Leon, was arrested on five charges of human smuggling, and charges of aggravated assault against a public... more »

• Weslaco city crews working on drainage improvement project Play Video

  August 2, 2025 12:16 PM

  The city of Weslaco is temporarily closing the intersection of Dolores Huerta Avenue and E. Agostadero Street as city crews work on a drainage project. "While we do this project, there's going to be some inconvenience, but again it's going to benefit a lot of homes in that... more »

• Suspect charged in Weslaco shooting investigation Play Video

  July 31, 2025 7:49 PM

  A 46-year-old man was charged in connection with a shooting in Weslaco that ended with a crash, the Weslaco Police Department said. Leobardo Martinez was arraigned on Thursday in connection with the shooting on charges of deadly conduct and failure to identify. As previously reported, the July 27... more »

• Pet of the Week: Wilma and Pebbles the Tortoiseshell kittens Play Video

  July 31, 2025 2:21 PM

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• Cameron County Constable's Office brings back bike patrol Play Video

  July 31, 2025 10:26 AM

  Cameron County Precinct 4 Constable's Office wants to connect with the people they serve. The constable's office is putting deputies back on bikes to patrol the area. "We're just doing some community policing, trying to be visible and have the residents step up and say hi and voice... more »

• New details in Weslaco murder investigation released Play Video

  July 28, 2025 7:49 PM

  The suspect accused of killing his girlfriend in her Weslaco home shot her five times, according to a criminal complaint obtained by Channel 5 News. Rigoberto Garza was charged with murder on July 18, the day after police said he walked into the Alamo Police Department and confessed to... more »

• 1 man in custody after Weslaco shooting ends in crash Play Video

  July 28, 2025 5:04 PM

  A man is in custody and faces multiple charges after a Sunday shooting resulted in a crash that hospitalized one person, the Weslaco Police Department said. The shooting was the result of a verbal argument between the victim and a juvenile, according to Weslaco police spokesman Heriberto Caraveo. ... more »

• Cuatro menores detenidos tras un tiroteo que dejó un herido en Weslaco Play Video

  July 28, 2025 1:38 PM

  Cuatro jóvenes fueron detenidos el domingo después de que un tiroteo a primera hora de la mañana provocara un accidente que hospitalizó a una persona, según el Departamento de Policía de Weslaco. Los agentes de policía de Weslaco respondieron a la cuadra 1800 de W. Corpus Christi Drive después... more »

• Closure of Weslaco street announced as part of trail improvement project Play Video

  July 27, 2025 7:18 PM

  A portion of Westgate Drive in Weslaco will be closed for three weeks, the city announced. The closure goes into effect on Monday, July 28. Westgate Drive from 6th Street through 18th Street will be closed. “We encourage all drivers to plan ahead and use alternate routes to... more »

• 4 juveniles detained after shooting ends in crash, Weslaco police say Play Video

  July 27, 2025 11:19 AM

  Four juveniles were detained Sunday after an early morning shooting caused a crash that hospitalized one individual, according to the Weslaco Police Department. Weslaco police officers responded to the 1800 block of W. Corpus Christi Drive after receiving a report of shots fired in the area Sunday shortly after... more »

• Limpieza de un sendero en Weslaco genera preocupación por daños en la vegetación Play Video

  July 25, 2025 12:13 PM

  Las autoridades del Condado Hidalgo han tomado medidas para mejorar la seguridad en un sendero popular de Weslaco. Sin embargo, estas medidas están generando preocupación entre los residentes, porque involucran la destrucción de vegetación en la zona. Desde el sendero peatonal del Precinto 1 en el Condado Hidalgo,... more »

• Concerns raised after land cleared along Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Hike & Bike Trail Play Video

  July 24, 2025 11:44 PM

  A once scenic path is now littered with piles of tree branches and vegetation along a hike and bike trial in Weslaco. Bianca Wildfong the portion of the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Hike & Bike Trail near Westgate Drive and 6th Street. She said trees along the trail provided... more »

• Sam’s Club coming to Weslaco

  July 22, 2025 10:56 PM

  A Sam’s Club & Fuel Station is coming to Weslaco, online records show. Records with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation show that a Sam’s club location is coming to the intersection of Barbee Drive and FM 1015. Construction on the nearly $25 million project is expected... more »

• Traffic light pole collapses in Weslaco Play Video

  July 22, 2025 6:50 PM

  A traffic light pole collapsed in the city of Weslaco. Channel 5 News cameras show the pole collapse at the intersection of Westgate Drive and Mile 10 N. caused a road closure. The road was briefly treated as a four-way stop until the intersection reopened at around... more »

• Missing Weslaco man found safe

  July 21, 2025 5:12 PM

  UPDATE: On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, the Weslaco Police Department announced that 37-year-old Ricardo Diaz was found and is safe. Previous version of this story below: The Weslaco Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a 37-year-old man who has been missing for a week. ... more »