Edinburg Police Respond to Active Situation at Smoke Shop

The Edinburg Police Department reported in a statement that they are responding to an active situation involving a robbery at a smoke shop located in the 2300 block of N. Sugar Road. The public is advised to seek alternate routes. Police Chief Jaime Ayala is expected to make a statement shortly.

Raymondville police search for missing 85-year-old woman diagnosed with dementia

Laredo CBP Seizes $250K in Unreported Cash at the Border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the Laredo Port of Entry seized more than $272,000 in bulk, unreported U.S. currency during an outbound vehicle inspection.

Update: Missing Woman Found Deceased in Raymondville

The Raymondville Police Department has confirmed the death of Mary Ambriz, 85, who was reported missing on April 30. She was found deceased on the afternoon of May 1. Authorities stated that her body was discovered in the Raymondville area and preliminary investigations revealed no signs of foul play. Mary Ambriz was last seen on April 29, and her family, along with authorities, had sought the community's help in locating her, as she suffered from dementia and was likely disoriented. No further details about the circumstances of her death have been released.

Lone Star National Bank Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Five Suspects in Fraud Investigation

Texas Border Business Texas Border Business San Antonio / Rio Grande Valley, TX — Lone Star National Bank is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying five individuals believed to be connected to suspected fraudulent activity across South Texas. According to bank officials, surveillance images captured in both the San Antonio and Rio Grande Valley

'Loud boom': 5 dead following plane crash in Hays County

Five people reportedly died following a plane crash in the Wimberley area of Hays County.

Vehicle stolen from job site recovered in traffic stop: Willlacy County sheriff

WILLACY COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A 23-year-old man was arrested and charged on Thursday after authorities say he stole a vehicle from a job site in Willacy County. Arthuro Salinas was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and two counts of burglary of a vehicle. The Willacy County Sheriff's Office responded to the job

13-year-old boy in custody after social media threat at IDEA Elsa: Police

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A 13-year-old boy is in custody after a social media threat was made toward IDEA Elsa, the Elsa Police Department announced on Friday. On Thursday night, investigators were made aware of the threat and immediately began investigating, identifying a 13-year-old boy in connection with the post. The boy was taken into

McAllen Man Sentenced to Prison for Using Social Media to Commit Sexual Assault

A Hidalgo County jury found Isaiah Rowley, a 26-year-old McAllen resident, guilty on three counts of sexual assault, authorities reported. The case dates back to August 9, 2023, when officers responded to a report of an assault. During the investigation, it was determined that Rowley had posed as a talent scout for a fictitious company called '101 Modeling.' During the trial, the jury reviewed photographic and video evidence obtained during the investigation. Prosecutors also presented evidence showing Rowley used social media to offer fake modeling opportunities to gain the victim's trust and isolate her before committing the crimes. Following the verdict, Rowley was sentenced to 10 years in prison for each count, to be served concurrently.

85-year-old woman reported missing out of Raymondville

RAYMONDVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Willacy County Sheriff's Office and the Raymondville Police Department are searching for a woman with dementia who was last seen on Wednesday night. Mary Ambriz, 85, was last seen in Raymondville, according to a missing person's report that was issued on Thursday night. Ambriz is 4 feet, 11 inches tall and

Suspect with Arrest Warrant Captured in Monte Alto

Rolando Sepeda, who had an active arrest warrant as a suspect in several burglaries in the area, was apprehended, according to Precinct 5 county police. Authorities reported that the individual was detained last Wednesday night without incident after receiving a tip from a citizen about the presence of a suspicious person. Officials emphasized the critical role of community involvement, noting that swift action helped remove a person of interest from the streets.

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

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.