A surge in hot car-related fatalities prompts urgent safety reminders and a call for enforcement of vehicle safety laws.

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.

Pharr Man Charged in Federal Child Porn Case
A 26-year-old Pharr man, Carlo Ivan Hurtado, is facing federal child pornography charges and could face up to 30 years in federal prison, if convicted.

Two Men Face Federal Charges After Human Smuggling Chase Ends in Crash
Six-mile pursuit involved five migrants, including a teen guide; suspects could face 10 years in prison and $250K fines.

Border Patrol Seizes $5.1 Million in Cocaine at Sarita Checkpoint
Over 163 pounds of cocaine intercepted, suspects face federal drug trafficking charges.

McAllen Man Faces 30 Years for Arson and Possession of Destructive Device
Daniel Eduardo Rivera linked to multiple fires, including a Molotov cocktail incident