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

Oil Fraud Bust: Rio Hondo Family Faces $300M Federal Case for Smuggling and Laundering
FBI seizes trucks as Jensen family stands accused of laundering millions through oil operations; brothers could face up to 20 years.

IRS to Share Taxpayer Data with Department of Homeland Security
Agreement targets undocumented immigrants under deportation orders or federal investigation; timeline for implementation not yet released.

Brownsville UPS Employee Accused of Stealing $200K in Luxury Goods
Armando Garcia faces felony theft charges after authorities recover stolen handbags, jewelry, and electronics.

Former Progreso Assistant City Manager Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Trafficking Charges
Francisco Javier de la Martinez, former assistant city manager of Progreso, pleads guilty to cocaine trafficking; sentencing set for January 14th.

Edcouch City Officials Arrested on Public Corruption Charges, Federal Investigation Ongoing
Two Edcouch city officials were arrested on public corruption charges after a federal investigation, with allegations of bribery and misconduct dating back to 2019.