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

Willacy County Sheriff Involved in Vehicle Collision: Investigation Underway
On-duty sheriff’s deputy hospitalized after car accident at Business 77 and State Highway 186 intersection

Scam Alert: Willacy County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Kidnap Ransom Scam Calls
Willacy County residents targeted by scammers posing as kidnappers, demanding ransom money.

Willacy County Sheriff Seeks Public’s Help in Locating Fugitive with Six Warrants
The Willacy County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 30-year-old James Michael Aleman, wanted on six felony and misdemeanor warrants. The public is advised not to approach him and to report sightings immediately.

Willacy County Man Arrested for Abusive 911 Calls and Threatening Deputies
Marco Daniel Cortez faces multiple charges after making vulgar remarks to 911 operators and threatening law enforcement officials in Willacy County.

Fire Near Cotton Gin in Sebastian Extinguished by Willacy County Crews
Willacy County fire crews extinguished a fire near a cotton gin in Sebastian caused by a suspected propane tank explosion. No injuries were reported.