Four students seek reinstatement after losing status despite past minor offenses; lawsuit challenges fairness of DHS action.

Hidalgo County Investigates Homicide in Rural Edinburg, Suspect Still at Large
Authorities are investigating the murder of 67-year-old Jorge Luis Lopez, who was found with multiple gunshot wounds in rural Edinburg. The public is urged to help identify the suspect.

Progreso City Council Calls for Special Election Following Court Order
The Progreso City Council has officially called for a special election to fill three alderman seats following a legal dispute and court order from Hidalgo County Judge Joel Johnson.

Hidalgo County DA’s Office Launches No Refusal Labor Day Campaign
Local police departments join forces to combat drunk driving during the holiday weekend

Woman Pleads Not Guilty in Deadly Mercedes Drunk Driving Crash
Imelda Silva Velez, charged with intoxicated manslaughter for a December crash that killed Vanessa Villarreal Moreno, pleads not guilty as the case moves toward trial in Hidalgo County.

Cooling Centers Open: Hidalgo County Offers Relief from Rising Temperatures
As Hidalgo County faces rising temperatures, several community centers across McAllen open their doors as cooling stations to provide residents with much-needed relief.