Mission man faces additional charges in child vape-related incident

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Mission man is facing additional charges after a 12-year-old boy was hospitalized after using a vape on a morning school bus ride, Investigators of the McAllen Police Department reported. Francisco Ariel Cuevas Rivas, 18, from Mission, was arrested Wednesday and charged with two counts of manufacture or delivery of a

Authorities Confirm Remains Found Near Tampa Belong to Missing Student

Hillsborough County authorities confirmed on Friday that human remains discovered in the Tampa Bay area belong to Nahida Bristy, a doctoral student at the University of South Florida (USF) who had been reported missing. Sheriff Chad Chronister made the announcement during a press conference update, stating that the remains were found as part of the ongoing investigation. Bristy, 27, went missing on April 16 along with her partner, Zamil Limon. Days later, Limon's body was discovered on the Howard Frankland Bridge, while authorities continued searching for Bristy. The case took a turn with the arrest of Hisham Abugharbieh, Limon's former roommate, who faces multiple charges, including evidence tampering and concealing a body. Sheriff Chronister noted that the discovery of Bristy's remains marks a significant breakthrough in the investigation. The case has deeply impacted the Tampa Bay community and the University of South Florida, where both students were pursuing doctoral programs.

Records: Former Donna ISD security guard sexted middle school student

Según documentos oficiales, un exguardia de seguridad del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Donna está acusado de enviar mensajes de contenido sexual a una estudiante de secundaria. Las autoridades están investigando el caso, mientras que el distrito escolar ha asegurado que está cooperando plenamente con las investigaciones.

Thermos Recalls 8.2 Million Bottles After Caps Eject, Causing Injuries and Vision Loss

Thermos is recalling 8.2 million bottles after consumers reported injuries from cuts—and, in some cases, permanent vision loss—when caps forcefully ejected from the products and struck them in the face. The recall includes approximately 5.8 million Stainless King food containers and 2.3 million Sportsman bottles for food and beverages. According to a recall notice issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on April 30, consumers should immediately stop using the affected products. The affected models include Thermos Sportsman bottles for food and beverages: all units of model SK3010; food containers and bottles for food and beverages: all units of models SK3000 (16 ounces), SK3020 (24 ounces), and SK3010 (40 ounces); and Thermos Stainless King food containers manufactured before July 2023: models SK3000 and SK3020. The model number can be found on the bottom of the item.

Minor Detained for Alleged Threat on Social Media Against School in Elsa

The incident began Monday night when a post containing a possible threat directed at the educational institution was detected, according to the Elsa Police Department. As a result, a 13-year-old minor was detained following an investigation into a threat shared on social media targeting IDEA Elsa school. Investigators acted promptly and reported that they were able to identify the alleged perpetrator. During the process, the minor was detained without incident and transferred to a juvenile detention center. The Elsa Police Department emphasized that the safety of students, staff, and residents is their top priority and that any type of threat will be taken seriously. They also urged calm, stating that there is no active threat against the school or the community.

Alamo to Enhance Surveillance System with Cameras in Parks

The project to expand Alamo's surveillance network has begun at Alaniz-Villagómez All-Inclusive Park, where advanced monitoring equipment has already been installed. These new systems include high-definition cameras that will enable real-time monitoring and aid investigations in case of incidents. The Alamo Police Department announced that this is the first phase, with plans to install cameras in all city parks in the near future. This initiative aims to provide greater protection for children and families who frequent these recreational spaces, creating a safer environment for the community as part of a broader strategy to strengthen public safety in the city. Authorities emphasize that the use of technology is key to achieving the goal of making Alamo one of the safest cities in the Rio Grande Valley, with camera installations set to expand to municipal parks.

Authorities Investigate Plane Crash That Left Five Dead in Central Texas

Officials are investigating a plane crash that occurred in Wimberley, Texas, on Thursday night, resulting in the deaths of five people. According to Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra, emergency crews responded to the area around 11:05 p.m. after receiving reports of a downed aircraft. The plane, identified as a Cessna 421C, was carrying five occupants, all of whom died upon impact. Authorities stated the aircraft was traveling at high speed at the time of the crash. Investigators confirmed there were no signs of an in-air collision. A second aircraft in the vicinity landed safely in New Braunfels. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have been notified and will lead the investigation into the cause of the accident. The identities of the victims will not be released until their next of kin have been informed.

'Texas Got It Wrong': Man Executed After Claiming Innocence in 2008 Fatal Shooting

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — A North Texas man who maintained he was not the shooter in a deadly robbery nearly 18 years ago, which left two people dead, and who argued that prosecutors misused rap lyrics he had written to secure his death sentence, was executed Thursday night. James Broadnax was pronounced dead after receiving a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville, about 70 miles north of Houston. Earlier on Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a request from Broadnax's attorneys to halt the execution. Broadnax was convicted for the fatal shootings of two men in 2008 outside a music studio in a Dallas suburb. Prosecutors said Broadnax and his cousin, Demarius Cummings, fatally shot and robbed Stephen Swan and Matthew Butler in the parking lot of Butler's recording studio in Garland. Cummings was sentenced to life in prison without parole. Broadnax remained defiant in his final statement, where he also apologized to the victims' families. Seven family members, including the parents of each victim, were present during the execution.

North Texas man executed as his cousin claims he was the shooter in fatal 2008 robbery

Un hombre del norte de Texas fue ejecutado por su participación en un robo fatal ocurrido en 2008, a pesar de que su primo afirmó ser el verdadero tirador. El caso ha generado controversia y llamados para revisar las pruebas, pero las autoridades procedieron con la ejecución según lo programado.

Ambulance chasing is happening more often and easier than ever before, attorneys say

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Drive down any Texas highway and you'll see billboards for a personal injury attorney. There is an abundance of marketing for you to see because it is a crime for personal injury attorneys to reach out to you directly after an incident. The crime is called barratry. Cameron County District Attorney

Records: Man arrested after selling vape juice that hospitalized 12-year-old McAllen child

Un hombre fue arrestado después de que se descubriera que vendió líquido para vapear que llevó a la hospitalización de un niño de 12 años en McAllen. Las autoridades están investigando el incidente y han advertido sobre los peligros de los productos para vapear, especialmente cuando son accesibles para menores de edad.

Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs

Britney Spears enfrenta cargos por presuntamente conducir bajo los efectos del alcohol y sustancias controladas. Las autoridades informaron que el incidente ocurrió en California, y la cantante podría enfrentar consecuencias legales. Hasta el momento, no se han dado más detalles sobre el caso.

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17-year-old McAllen teen accused of purchasing alcohol for Airbnb party with fake ID

Un joven de 17 años de McAllen enfrenta acusaciones tras supuestamente haber utilizado una identificación falsa para adquirir alcohol destinado a una fiesta en un Airbnb. Las autoridades locales están investigando el incidente, que ha generado preocupación sobre el uso de documentos falsificados por menores de edad en la región.

Driver to enter plea in McAllen crash that killed 1, injured 5

MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A McAllen woman accused of causing a single-vehicle crash that killed one person and severely injured five others is set to be arraigned. Gabriela Nunez Garcia, 18, of McAllen is scheduled to appear at the Hidalgo County 370th District Court on Monday to enter a plea on six charges connected to

18-year-old male arrested after McAllen child hospitalized in vape-related incident

Un joven de 18 años fue detenido después de que un niño en McAllen fuera hospitalizado debido a un incidente relacionado con el vapeo. Las autoridades están investigando el caso para determinar las circunstancias exactas y si se presentarán cargos adicionales.

10 current and former Mexican officials accused in US indictment of aiding drug trafficking

Diez funcionarios mexicanos, entre actuales y anteriores, han sido acusados en una imputación presentada en Estados Unidos por presuntamente colaborar con redes de tráfico de drogas. Las autoridades estadounidenses afirman que los implicados facilitaron operaciones ilícitas y protegieron a los cárteles. Este caso subraya las preocupaciones sobre la corrupción en las instituciones mexicanas y su impacto en la lucha contra el narcotráfico.

UPDATE: Person Charged in Furnishing Alcohol

Responding Officers were dispatched in reference to “multiple underage subjects are drinking at location.” The Reporting Party (RP) contacted police to check a residence on the 1800 block of Kingsborough Avenue, in McAllen, after they received a “picture of incident and reported approximately 30 people at the location

San Juan man pleads not guilty in 2024 fatal cyclist crash

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A San Juan man on Wednesday pleaded not guilty in a 2024 crash that killed a cyclist. Rogelio Guillermo Villegas Jr., 24, pleaded not guilty to manslaughter in the 92nd District Court. Villegas is accused of striking and killing cyclist Daniel Victor Codina on Nov. 13, 2024. According to a criminal