Cities across the valley take proactive measures, distributing sandbags and readying emergency teams ahead of the looming severe weather.

Second Arrest Made in Deadly Edcouch Smuggling Case That Killed Woman and Child
Vincent Garcia Jr. and Jose Alexis Baeza-Combaluzier face life sentences or death penalty for fatal canal crash during smuggling attempt.

Two Dead in Edcouch After Human Smuggling Vehicle Crashes Into Canal During Storm
DPS confirms woman and child died after vehicle driven by smuggler plunged into floodwaters; driver in custody.

House Fire in Edcouch Declared Total Loss; One Injured, Investigation Underway
Blaze on East Victoria Road fully engulfed home early this morning; Hidalgo County Fire Marshal’s Office now investigating.

Edcouch Fires City Manager Amid Federal Charges, City Secretary to Assume Role
Edcouch officials vote to fire embattled City Manager Victor De la Cruz, who faces federal charges; duties temporarily assigned to city secretary.

Edcouch Commissioners Meeting Postponed Amid Federal Charges Against City Officials
A commissioners meeting in Edcouch to discuss the future of City Manager Victor De La Cruz and Mayor Pro Tem Rene Flores, both facing federal charges, was postponed today after failing to meet quorum.