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McAllenKVEO’s NBC Children’s Programming for July 25, 2026
Due to Network changes, the Saturday July 25th showing of Mutual of Omaha airing at 9am has been rescheduled for 6:30am, Earth Odyssey A airing at 9:30am has been rescheduled for July 24th at 2:30pm, Wild Child airing at 10am has been rescheduled for July 25th at 6am, Earth Odyssey B airing at 8:30am has
PoliticsRick Salinas Announces Bid for Mayor of Mission
Local attorney Ricardo 'Rick' Salinas will officially announce his candidacy for Mayor of Mission on July 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM at City Hall. His campaign will focus on fiscal responsibility, affordability, and transparency, especially following a recent credit downgrade for Mission due to mismanagement. With over 30 years of legal experience, Salinas aims to address issues like neighborhood infrastructure and protect family budgets. He criticized the current administration for poor financial decisions, emphasizing that the downgrade affects taxpayers and future projects. Salinas seeks to restore trust in local government through transparency.
EducationDo You Have a Federal Student Loan or Plan to Apply for One? Learn About the New Changes
Changes to federal student loans in the United States, expected to affect millions of borrowers, went into effect on July 1. These changes, part of President Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful bill,' mark the end of certain repayment plans and new limits on graduate student loans. With the termination of President Joe Biden's SAVE plan, these changes are likely to result in increased payment amounts for millions of borrowers. 'What is concerning is the affordability of monthly payments. I believe many will experience a significant increase in their payments, forcing them to stretch their budgets or simply not be able to make them,' said Michele Zampini, associate vice president of The Institute for College Access & Success, a nonprofit advocacy group working to make higher education more affordable. Approximately 9 million Americans have been delinquent on their federal student loans since June, according to the Department of Education. Hundreds of thousands more are overdue on payments and at risk of defaulting this year. Earlier this month, Education Department officials indicated that borrowers enrolled in automatic payment will be eligible for a 1% reduction in the interest rate starting July 1. However, those already using this system receive a 0.25% discount, meaning the new reduction only represents a 0.75% decrease. For all borrowers, the rate reduction will be temporary and will last until June 2028. If you received a student loan, here are some key points to know: The SAVE plan is ending. The SAVE plan (an acronym for Saving on a Valuable Education) was a repayment option with some of the most lenient terms ever offered by the government. Shortly after its launch, it was challenged in court, leaving millions of student loan borrowers in limbo. Earlier this year, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals struck down the SAVE plan, which has now ended. There are about 7.5 million borrowers in the SAVE plan, and servicers have already begun sending them official notices, said Lindsay Vail Clark, a senior borrower advocate at Savi, a student debt assistance platform. Borrowers enrolled in the SAVE plan will be notified that they have 90 days to enroll in another income-driven repayment plan. Vail Clark recommends that borrowers start checking their options as soon as possible, as processing delays are likely. If they do not enroll in another plan before the 90-day deadline, the Department of Education will automatically enroll them in one of the standard options, she added. However, there is no specific deadline for all borrowers enrolled in the SAVE plan to find another plan, as notices will be sent continuously, Zampini noted. Changes to graduate loan limits. Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' changed the amounts that graduate students can borrow for various programs, but his administration recently updated that plan, according to a judge's order. Under the new regulation, programs classified as professional degrees face federal student loan limits of $200,000, while other graduate programs have a limit of $100,000. Previously, graduate students could obtain federal loans that covered the full cost of their degree. For now, the updated government plan restores eligibility for graduate students in nursing, physical therapy, and other fields to obtain higher amounts of federal student loans. The initial rule had kept them at lower limits. Changes to Parent PLUS loans. Parent PLUS loans have had fewer repayment options, but these are now being further reduced, Zampini noted. The new limits on Parent PLUS loans restrict them to $20,000 per student and $65,000 per family. Additionally, Parent PLUS borrowers who apply for new loans starting July 1 will not have access to any income-driven repayment plan, only to a new standard graduated repayment plan. 'From now on, they will only have the standard repayment option, and there will be no exception or safety net to adjust it based on income, if they have low income or experience income fluctuations or any other type of hardship,' Zampini warned. Parent PLUS borrowers who consolidated their loans into a direct consolidation loan before July 1 can pay them through the income-contingent repayment plan until June 30, 2028. After that date, borrowers will be transitioned to the income-driven repayment plan. Enrollment in income-driven repayment plans. Current borrowers can apply for the following income-driven repayment plans: income-based repayment plan, pay-as-you-earn plan, and income-contingent repayment plan. The payment amount under income-driven repayment plans is a percentage of the borrower's discretionary income, and the percentage varies by plan. However, students who take out loans starting in July will only be able to enroll in one income-driven repayment plan: the payment assistance plan. Borrowers can also use the graduated standard plan, a repayment plan with a fixed amount that ensures loans are paid off within 10 to 25 years. You can find out which repayment plan might suit you best by logging into the Department of Education's loan simulator. If you want public service loan forgiveness. There are no changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, despite a plan from the Trump administration announced last year to change eligibility requirements for participating nonprofit organizations. The policy sought to disqualify nonprofit workers if their work was deemed to have a 'substantial illegal purpose.' The Trump administration asserted that it was necessary to prevent taxpayer money from going to lawbreakers, while critics argue that it turns the program into a tool for political retaliation. Two federal judges recently overturned the new rules, one day before they were set to take effect. If your student loans are in default. Federal student loan collections remain suspended. The Trump administration previously announced this year that it is postponing plans to garnish wages of student loan borrowers who default on their payments. Federal student loan debtors can have their wages garnished and their federal tax refunds withheld if they default on their loans. Borrowers are considered in default when they are at least 270 days late on payments. If your student loans are in default, you can contact your loan holder to request a loan rehabilitation program. Through this program, borrowers enroll in a reduced payment plan, and after making five successful payments, wage garnishment ends. Borrowers can find more information about loan rehabilitation here. If you want to consolidate your loan. The online application for loan consolidation is available at studentaid.gov/loan-consolidation. If you have multiple federal student loans, you can combine them into a single loan with a fixed interest rate and one monthly payment. The consolidation process typically takes about 60 days to complete. You can only consolidate your loans once. This story was translated from English by an AP editor with the help of a generative artificial intelligence tool. A Telemundo Digital editor reviewed the translation.
Public SafetyFM 1015 (Int’l Blvd.) to be reduced to one lane in each direction, July 20-24
From July 20 to July 24, FM 1015 (International Blvd.) will be reduced to one lane in each direction between US 281 (Military Hwy.) and the Progreso port of entry. This lane reduction is necessary for the installation of an irrigation crossing located just north of Rancho Toluca Road. Motorists are advised to remain vigilant and follow all traffic signs in the construction area to ensure safety for all road users.
WeatherGovernor Signs Major Disaster Declaration After Severe Weather And Flooding
Governor Greg Abbott has requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration to assist Texas communities affected by severe weather and flooding. During a visit to Uvalde County, he assessed damage and met with local officials and first responders. Abbott announced that he is seeking federal aid for 28 counties, with the possibility of adding more as needed. Over 2,700 personnel and 1,500 resources have been deployed statewide, resulting in more than 270 rescues. The Governor urged residents in Uvalde and surrounding counties to stay vigilant as additional severe weather may occur. State agencies are providing ongoing support to affected areas.
WeatherThe Valley will simmer in summer-time heat
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Caution is being advised for afternoon outdoor activities as the combination of heat and humidity will be raising the heat index to 108-112 in many areas. This is what it will feel like to us during the hottest part of the day today. Remember these tips to help keep yourself and
BusinessWorkforce Solutions Jobs Update, 7-20-26
Texas Workforce Solutions is hosting several job events this week. An information session for Border Patrol will take place on Tuesday, July 21, from 9 AM to 12 PM at Workforce Solutions in Mission. On Wednesday, July 22, two hiring events are scheduled: one from 8 AM to 12 PM at Rio Plex Safety Council in McAllen and another from 9 AM to 12 PM at Workforce Solutions in Mission. Additionally, a Skilled Trades Job Fair will be held on Thursday, July 23, from 9 AM to 12 PM at the Edinburg Activity Center. More details can be found at workintexas.com.
CommunityCity of Pharr Named National Finalist for 2026 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award®
The City of Pharr has been named a finalist for the 2026 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, a prestigious recognition for organizational excellence. Pharr is the only city in the U.S. among the 13 finalists this year. This award, overseen by the U.S. Department of Commerce, honors organizations that exemplify high performance across various sectors. Mayor Dr. Ambrosio Hernandez expressed pride in this achievement, highlighting the city's commitment to quality service. The evaluation process will include a site visit from national examiners this fall, assessing leadership, strategy, and operations to ensure continuous improvement in serving residents.
PoliticsState officials to hold flood response briefing in Kerrville
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott will meet with state and local officials in Kerrville, Texas, on Monday, according to an announcement Sunday from the Governor's Office.
HealthFree Medical Services at 2026 Operation Border Health at PSJA ECHS, July 21-23
Free medical services will be offered at the 2026 Operation Border Health Preparedness (OBHP) event at PSJA Early College High School in San Juan from July 21 to July 23, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Services include immunizations, medical exams, blood pressure checks, diabetes screenings, hearing and vision exams, sports physicals, and dental services such as cleanings and extractions. The event is supported by local health departments, medical schools, and volunteer organizations. All ages are welcome, and attendees are encouraged to bring their prescription medications. For more details, call 211 or visit dshs.texas.gov/obh2026.
HealthFDA Clarifies: Taylor Farms Remains Under Investigation for Cyclospora Outbreak
Taylor Farms is still under investigation by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the growing Cyclospora outbreak, despite a false positive result in a test, the agency reported on Monday. Late Sunday, the FDA stated that a sample of the company's lettuce had falsely tested positive for Cyclospora, the parasite that causes the illness. However, that sample did not come from the lettuce already implicated in the outbreak and market withdrawal. Instead, it was from a different shipment that the agency collected during routine import inspections. 'To clarify, this lab sample with a false positive does NOT change the basis of the ongoing FDA investigation into the outbreak or the strong epidemiological data supporting the current voluntary recall by Taylor Farms,' the FDA said on Monday on X. The voluntary recall of shredded iceberg lettuce from the company in 27 states remains in effect.
HealthFDA says positive Cyclospora test linked to lettuce outbreak was false alarm
On Saturday, the agency had stated the sample of lettuce had tested positive for cyclospora.
NationalNew Air Force One Gifted by Qatar to Receive 'Maximum' Upgrades, Says Trump
President Donald Trump announced that the new Air Force One, gifted by Qatar, will undergo extensive upgrades due to security concerns. Upon returning from the FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey, Trump addressed reporters about the jet's missile defense capabilities, stating it has significant capacity but will be sent for enhancements in about a month. He did not specify the nature of the upgrades. Trump's decision to return from a NATO summit in Turkey on a different presidential aircraft raised questions about the new jet's readiness. The luxurious Boeing 747-8 was gifted in 2025 and is intended as a temporary replacement until new Air Force Ones are delivered by 2028.
NationalNicaragua's Ruler Daniel Ortega Declares 'There Will Be No More Elections'
SAN JOSÉ - Nicaragua's leader, Daniel Ortega, explicitly buried any possibility of democratic alternation in the country this Sunday by stating that his regime will not allow electoral processes that threaten the control of the ruling party. 'There will be no more elections here (in Nicaragua) for them (the opposition) to try to seize the government, seize power,' he declared during a speech at a mass event commemorating the 47th anniversary of the Sandinista revolution, held in Managua. Ortega, an 80-year-old former Sandinista guerrilla, has governed Nicaragua since 2007 amid allegations of electoral fraud and eliminating opposition to avoid competition. Since 2017, he has governed alongside his wife, Rosario Murillo, who was appointed co-president in February 2025 through a constitutional reform. During the event, Ortega accused exiled opponents of wanting to win elections to enrich themselves, emphasizing, 'But they should forget it: There will be no more elections here for them to try to seize the government, seize power.' He announced plans to work with the National Assembly, which is subordinate to the presidency, 'and with the corresponding organizations to create laws that will put a wall, a block, against the coup plotters, against the traitors, and that no matter how much money the Yankees (U.S.) give them, they will not be able to.' In mid-February 2025, Nicaragua enacted a deep reform of the Political Constitution that transformed the state, eliminated the balance of powers, and granted total power to Ortega and Murillo, which has been heavily criticized by the UN, the Organization of American States (OAS), the United States, the European Parliament, and Nicaraguan opposition figures.
NationalFBI Investigates 'Incendiary Device' at NY Building Housing Several Federal Agencies
NEW YORK — A suspect, possibly an activist against the ICE agency, activated an 'incendiary device' outside the 26 Federal Plaza building in Foley Square. The incident left two people injured as smoke filled the air, according to the FBI chief and police sources. FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed in a post on X that the suspect had been apprehended, with reports of two minor injuries. This morning an individual deployed an incendiary device outside of 26 Federal Plaza in New York. The individual is in custody and two minor injuries reported thus far. FBI JTTF is investigating the incident. @NewYorkFBI — FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) July 20, 2026. According to police sources, the preliminary investigation indicated that the suspect brought a cart with fireworks and flammable liquid to the site and set them on fire. He was also carrying what appeared to be several airsoft rifles—guns that shoot plastic pellets or BBs—sources noted. Four sources identified the suspect as 43-year-old Andrew Arrabaca. It was not immediately clarified where the individual was from. Sources indicated that the New York Police Department's bomb squad was examining the cart as a precaution.
SportsFIFA Appoints Prosecutor to Investigate Incidents Between Argentina and Spain After Final
FIFA has appointed a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to investigate the incidents that occurred between players from Argentina and Spain after the 2026 World Cup final, according to the agency's Disciplinary Committee. In a brief statement, the committee said the prosecutor will look into possible violations and provide more details once the report is completed. The CDF cites that it operates under Article 36 of FIFA's Disciplinary Code, which stipulates that 'the prosecutor in disciplinary and ethical cases may request the initiation of disciplinary proceedings and propose the imposition of disciplinary measures on member federations, clubs, and individuals.' At the end of extra time, as Spanish players celebrated their victory, Argentine Nahuel Molina punched Spanish player Rodri Hernández, leading to a brawl that resulted in Leandro Paredes being sent off. Additionally, Argentine assistant coach Roberto Fabián Ayala also pushed Spanish player Dani Olmo. Another controversy arose when the Argentine team turned their backs and did not look at the champions as Spain prepared to lift the World Cup trophy.
SportsSpanish National Team Arrives in Madrid After Winning Their Second World Cup
The Spanish national football team arrived in Madrid on Monday at 2:25 p.m. after winning their second FIFA World Cup by defeating Argentina 1-0. Led by coach Luis de la Fuente, the team landed at Madrid Barajas Airport on an IBERIA A350, with captain Rodri Hernández holding the trophy. They were greeted by a bus adorned with 'Congratulations champions' and headed to a hotel for official celebrations. The festivities will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a reception by the Royal Family and a bus parade through Madrid, culminating at Cibeles Square with music and entertainment until the players' arrival around 9:00 p.m.
NationalDrug Lord Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada Awaits Sentencing Today in U.S. Court
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, the notorious Mexican drug lord, is set to be sentenced to life in prison today in a Brooklyn federal court after pleading guilty to drug trafficking charges last year. Zambada, 76, was arrested in 2024 following a kidnapping incident in Mexico. He co-founded the Sinaloa cartel, which has been responsible for flooding the U.S. with drugs, including cocaine and fentanyl. Prosecutors are seeking a life sentence and $15 billion in financial penalties, citing Zambada's role in orchestrating violence and corruption. His defense argues for a hospital prison due to health issues, while the final decision rests with the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
NationalHit to the Wallet: Gas Prices Rise Again to an Average of $4 per Gallon
Gasoline prices in the United States have risen again, reaching an average of $4 per gallon, according to the AAA. This marks a significant increase from last year's average of $3.14 per gallon. Prices vary by state, with some drivers paying significantly more than $4 due to local supply and tax differences. The rise in gasoline prices is attributed to ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, which have also affected global oil prices. As the midterm elections approach, the affordability of gasoline is expected to be a crucial issue for voters, impacting the prices of groceries and other goods.
NationalSpaceX reschedules 13th Starship test flight to Thursday
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) - SpaceX has announced it has rescheduled its thirteenth Starship test flight for the second time. The launch window has been moved to 5:45 p.m. Thursday, July 23, from Starbase. The thirteenth Starship test flight will be the second flight test of 2026. Last week’s scheduled launch was aborted just seconds before the Starship lifted off.