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Surge in Child Neglect Cases: Parents Arrested for Leaving Children Unsupervised
Child Advocacy Expert Discusses the Rising Trend and Long-term Effects of Child Neglect
Heroic Fire Departments Quench House Fire in Starr County
Quick response from San Isidro, La Casita, and La Gloria fire departments, combined with early detection, prevents injuries in Starr County House Fire.
TxDot Announces Overweight Trucks Redirection due to International Boulevard Construction
Heavy trucks weighing over 80,000 pounds to be rerouted through FM 511 as TxDot embarks on asphalt to concrete pavement upgrade and sewer system overhaul.
Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office Gears up for National Night Out
Community-building event features games, live music, and food distribution drive in Edinburg
Suspect in Fatal San Juan DUI Crash Appears in Court for Intoxication Manslaughter Charge
Carlos Manuel Garcia faces intoxication manslaughter charges for the death of 21-year-old Robert Rios in a March crash; victim’s father questions suspect’s release due to prior DUI record.
Cameron County Mourns Constable Deputy Ruben Garcia’s Tragic Death; Community Honors His Life of Service
Constable Deputy Ruben Garcia, killed by an alleged intoxicated driver while on duty, is remembered for his bravery, selflessness, and over 20 years of service.
Suspect in Edinburg Barrel Murder Appears in Court; Charged with Murder and Aggravated Robbery
Roberto Salas faces charges of murder and aggravated robbery in connection to the death of Juan Carlos Hernandez de DeLeon, whose body was found buried in a barrel; six others also charged in the case.
Victim of Edinburg Crash Identified as Carlos Talamantes III; Alcohol Suspected as a Factor
Carlos Clements III, 32, died from injuries sustained in a Saturday morning crash; authorities believe alcohol may have been involved.
Man in Critical Condition After Early Morning Crash in Edinburg; Police Investigating
A man remains in critical condition after a car overturned in an Edinburg canal; a woman in the vehicle sustained minor injuries as police continue to investigate the crash.
Starr County Secures $232 Million in Federal Funding for Major Transportation Upgrades
Starr County receives over $232 million in federal funds for transportation projects, including road expansions, repaving, and traffic signal upgrades; $65 million more to be invested over the next decade.
Texas Enforces ‘Move Over, Slow Down’ Law to Protect Road Crews and First Responders
Texas law requires drivers to move over or slow down when approaching road crews and emergency vehicles; violators face hefty fines and possible jail time.