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Public SafetyTrial Begins for Murder of US Surfer and Two Australians During Trip to Mexico in 2024
ENSENADA, Mexico — A trial began on Monday in a court in the Mexican state of Baja California for three suspects allegedly involved in the murders of two Australians and an American in 2024, which shocked Mexico and raised concerns about the risks faced by foreigners visiting the country. Jesús Gerardo García, also known as 'el Kekas'; Irineo Francisco 'N', and Ángel Jesús 'N' were presented in court in the coastal city of Ensenada for the oral trial regarding their alleged participation in the crime against Australian brothers Callum Ryan Robinson and Jake Martin Robinson, as well as American Jack Carter Rhoad. The hearing concluded in the late afternoon and will continue on Tuesday. Just before entering the courtroom, Martin Robinson, father of the Australian brothers, told the press that he and his wife decided to attend the hearing in Ensenada to represent their sons. 'I know they would want us to be here; they would do the same for us,' he expressed. García was arrested in 2024 along with two other men and Ary Gisell Silva Raya following the discovery of the bodies of the Robinson brothers and Carter, who had been reported missing shortly after arriving in Mexico to surf the beaches of Baja California.
Public SafetyInvestigation underway after man found dead with apparent injuries, Donna police say
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An investigation is underway after a man was found unresponsive with apparent injuries on Tuesday, according to the Donna Police Department. Officers responded to the 500 block of Oak Ridge Street, where the man was later pronounced deceased, police said. The case remains under investigation.
CommunityJ&S Construction Management Launches “Staycation Giveaway” to Celebrate Netflix Premiere of “Say a Little Prayer”
J&S Construction Management has launched a 'Staycation Giveaway' to celebrate the Netflix premiere of 'Say a Little Prayer,' featuring local artists from the Rio Grande Valley. Three winners will receive a $650 staycation package, including a two-night hotel stay in McAllen, snacks for a movie night, and gifts from local businesses. Flower Guerrero, the marketing director, emphasized the film's local connections and the importance of community support. The giveaway coincides with the South Texas International Film Festival, where Edward James Olmos will be a special guest. Entries open on September 8, 2026, with the winner announced on September 11.
Public SafetyAuthorities Detain Suspicious Individuals Near Grulla High School
Grulla High School resumed normal operations after authorities located and detained several suspicious individuals reported on Tuesday in an area southeast of the campus. According to Rio Grande City Grulla ISD (RGCGISD), the suspicious activity occurred outside the school’s immediate vicinity. However, as a precaution, Grulla High School was placed under a 'Secure Hold' protocol while authorities investigated the situation. The responding law enforcement agencies were able to locate and detain the individuals involved, allowing the security protocol to be lifted and school activities to return to normal. The district emphasized that at no time were students or staff in imminent danger. RGCGISD thanked the response and collaboration of its police department, Grulla Police, U.S. Border Patrol, and Starr County authorities. The district reiterated that it will continue to implement preventive measures when situations arise that may pose a security concern, even if they occur outside the vicinity of its campuses.
CommunityWe Take Over Texas! Telemundo to Broadcast Live from the Lone Star State
Telemundo is going big in Texas. This Thursday, September 10, and Friday, September 11, Hoy Día (8am/7c), En Casa con Telemundo (1pm/12c), La Mesa Caliente (3pm/2c), and Al Rojo Vivo (4pm/3c) will leave their studios at Telemundo Center in Miami to broadcast live from Fort Worth Stockyards in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, bringing audiences two days of special programming filled with the energy, culture, and flavor of the Lone Star State. From morning to afternoon, each program will add its unique touch to this grand celebration. Hoy Día will kick off the mornings with Penélope Menchaca, Carlos Calderón, and Chikybombom, while Pancho Uresti will join from Houston; En Casa con Telemundo will bring all its energy and fun to the audience with Carlos Adyan, Aleyda Ortíz, and Chikybombom; La Mesa Caliente will tackle the conversations and topics everyone is talking about with Verónica Bastos, Andrea Meza, Karla Monroig, and Ana Patricia; and Jessica Carrillo and Lourdes Stephen from Al Rojo Vivo will close the day with the news and stories that define current events. During these two days of special broadcasts, Telemundo programs will feature special guests, music, and entertainment, including Texas Latin stars like Lorenzo Méndez, Cristina Eustace, and Grupo Duelo, along with the unforgettable Kelvin Rentería from La Casa de los Famosos and Exatlón Estados Unidos. There will also be live segments from other parts of Texas, with local station personalities joining from San Antonio and McAllen to turn daytime programming into a true Texas celebration.
BusinessAndrew Davis Returns to Mission for Inaugural Small Business Expo
Andrew Davis, a renowned marketing speaker and bestselling author, will be the keynote speaker at the inaugural Mission Small Business Expo on September 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Mission Event Center. This free event, hosted by the Mission Economic Development Corporation, aims to connect entrepreneurs with resources and opportunities for business growth. The expo will include expert-led sessions, workshops, and the Ruby Red Ventures Pitch Competition, featuring around 60 local businesses. Lone Star National Bank is the title sponsor, supporting local entrepreneurs. Davis's presentation, 'The Loyalty Loop,' will focus on enhancing customer experiences to build loyalty.
PoliticsRepublicans to Showcase Trump's 'Achievements' at Unprecedented Convention in Texas
TEXAS – With less than two months until the midterm elections and President Donald Trump's popularity declining, the Republican Party is holding an unprecedented Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas, this Wednesday and Thursday to highlight the 'achievements' of his administration, according to Jaime Flórez, the Hispanic spokesperson for the Republican National Committee (RNC). Flórez denied that the event, aimed at presenting Republican candidates, is a rescue mission in light of a potential electoral setback on November 3, and dismissed concerns that the war in Iran or the economic situation would harm his party's majority in both chambers of Congress. He stated that Republicans are 'determined to challenge the tradition that says the governing party always loses seats in the House and Senate' during midterm elections. The convention, the first of its kind in a non-presidential year, will feature Trump on both days, as his national approval rating stands at an average of 36% compared to 60% disapproval, according to recent polls. Flórez noted that the idea for the convention came from Trump himself and will showcase results that many citizens are unaware of, such as border immigration control, a decrease in crime rates, 'significant' inflation control, the largest drop in drug prices, and national security regarding Iran. He added that food and fuel prices 'will not be resolved if the president loses support in the House and Senate.' Regarding the war with Iran, the spokesperson acknowledged that 'wars are unpopular per se,' but denied that the conflict would become an electoral burden for Trump, defending the decision to maintain military pressure on Tehran to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons. On immigration, Latino voting, and Venezuela, Flórez dismissed the idea that mass deportations and changes to immigration programs, including the end of TPS for Venezuelans and changes to benefits for Cubans, would significantly impact the Latino vote that Trump received in 2024, when he garnered 48%, according to the Pew Research Center. He also rejected the notion that Trump's policy towards Venezuela, which led to the chavista Delcy Rodríguez assuming the interim presidency, could diminish Republican support among Venezuelan voters in key districts in South Florida, including those of Congress members María Elvira Salazar and Carlos Giménez. 'The Venezuelan issue has been developing for 28 years, and we have barely had less than a year since Nicolás Maduro was captured in Venezuela (...), it is being addressed for the first time in recent U.S. history, something that should have been done a long time ago,' he stated. 'Never before has any government, Democrat or Republican, faced the issues of Cuba and Venezuela with the determination that this administration is addressing them. No one promised that these issues would be resolved overnight,' he maintained. He also defended that Hispanics who arrived legally in the country also benefit from the fight against irregular immigration. 'The problem is that the law must be enforced (...), no one can judge the government for enforcing the law,' he said.
SportsUTRGV Falls 45-16 to UTSA in Historic Matchup in San Antonio
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) faced a historic challenge on Saturday, playing their first game against a Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) team, but lost to UTSA 45-16 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. In front of 33,403 fans, UTRGV started strong but fell behind 31-6 by halftime. Quarterback Garret Rangel completed 19 of 32 passes for 152 yards, while Atzel Chavez Jr. scored the team's only touchdown. The defense improved in the third quarter, limiting UTSA to 82 yards. UTRGV's next game is on September 12 against Nicholls, marking their Southland Conference debut.
NationalGuatemala Receives Over 2,800 Deported Mexicans from the U.S. This Year
GUATEMALA – So far this year, Guatemala has received 2,848 Mexicans, including 72 this Tuesday who were deported from the United States, and they are being directly transported to their home country to ensure their immediate transit. According to data from the Guatemalan Institute of Migration (IGM), of the total Mexicans received in the Central American capital, 2,622 are men and 226 are women. August recorded the highest monthly figure, with 848 cases. The arrival of Mexican citizens in Guatemala is part of a regional protocol for flights transporting deportees from the United States, who are immediately sent to their home country. 'This mechanism responds to coordination with the United States to facilitate the transit of Mexican citizens to their home country. The IGM receives flight information 48 hours in advance and shares it with the Mexican embassy or consulate for the identification of its citizens,' stated the IGM's General Director, Alfredo Danilo Rivera, in a press release.
Public Safety71-Year-Old Man Stabbed Allegedly by His Son in Brownsville
Brownsville police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred on Monday, September 7, involving a 71-year-old man allegedly attacked by his son. Preliminary reports indicate the incident took place outside their home on the 100 block of Candlewick Court. Both the victim and the suspect were initially taken to a hospital for medical treatment. As of Tuesday, the victim has been discharged, while the son remains in custody awaiting a court appearance, where more details about potential charges are expected to be revealed. Authorities have cordoned off the area around Galveston Road and Candlewick Court as the investigation continues.
Public Safety71-Year-Old Man Stabbed Allegedly by His Son in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — A man accused of allegedly stabbing his 71-year-old father in Brownsville has been granted a $200,000 bond, according to new information provided by the police. The accused has been identified as 36-year-old Ernesto Stuart Owen, who faces a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon causing serious bodily injury. The incident occurred on Monday, September 7, in the 100 block of Candlewick Court, outside their residence. According to preliminary information from the Brownsville Police Department, the 71-year-old man was allegedly stabbed by his son. Both the victim and the accused were taken to a hospital for medical attention. Brownsville Police Department spokesperson Abril Luna reported that Owen sustained injuries after family members intervened to separate him from his father during the incident. In an update on Tuesday, authorities confirmed that the victim has been discharged from the hospital. Owen appeared before a judge, who set a bond of $200,000 for the charge he faces. The case remains under investigation.
Public SafetyVictims of Amazon Plane Crash in Miami Identified
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office has identified the five victims who died in the cargo plane accident at Miami International Airport on Sunday. The deceased include Rolando Alemán, 55; Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo, 53; Julio C. Pineda, 75; Carlos Acosta Fajardo, 53; and Javierkis Reyes Quevedo, 47. They were in a van carrying seven employees from a cleaning company when the plane, a Boeing 767-300 operated by 21 Air, crashed into it after veering off the runway. Three people remain hospitalized, with two in critical condition and one stable. An SUV was also hit outside the airport.
Public SafetyInvestigation Underway into Death of Man Found with Apparent Injuries in Donna
The Donna Police Department is investigating the death of a man found with apparent injuries on the morning of September 8. Police Chief Gilbert Guerrero reported that officers responded to the 500 block of Oak Ridge Street, where they discovered an unconscious adult male. He was later pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not yet disclosed details about the nature of the injuries, the victim's identity, or the circumstances surrounding his death. Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Public SafetyFamily Recovers Four Bodies After Plane Disappearance with Grandparents and Grandchildren Near Bahamas
Family members reported on Tuesday that they have recovered the bodies of those on board a small plane that disappeared near the Bahamas, which included an elderly couple and their grandchildren. Authorities stated that four people were traveling in the Piper PA-34 aircraft, which took off shortly after 10 a.m. on Monday from Great Harbour Cay Airport and lost contact while en route to Miami Executive Airport. According to family members, the passengers were Mario Lamar, 80; his wife, Lili Lamar, 79; and their grandchildren, Sofia Sosa, 28, and Christian Sosa, 22. The family indicated that Mario Lamar was piloting the plane. U.S. Coast Guard officials confirmed they were collaborating with Bahamian authorities in the search for the aircraft, which may have crashed into the sea approximately 15 miles from Andros Island. However, the Royal Bahamas Police Force indicated on Monday that the search was postponed due to bad weather. According to a statement from the family, civilian vessels found the bodies on Tuesday morning. 'With deep sadness, we confirm that all four members of our family were found deceased. The search and recovery mission was carried out alongside family members and civilians who responded to our call for help. Ultimately, our family members located our loved ones and had to bring them on board their own vessels,' the statement reads. The family reported that they are in communication and working with the U.S. Coast Guard for the safe and dignified return of their loved ones 'back home.' 'We are deeply grateful to everyone who supported us, participated in the search, and kept our family in their prayers. We respectfully ask for privacy as we navigate this unimaginable loss,' the statement adds. In a video sent to NBC6 and Telemundo 51 by Silvia Larrieu, niece of Mario Lamar, the family had requested help from aircraft or vessels that could assist in the search and urged anyone who may have seen anything to report it to the authorities.
CommunityTelemundo Begins Production on New Series 'Emergencias. Unidad de Vida'
Telemundo has begun production on its new original series, "Emergencias. Unidad de Vida," currently being filmed at Telemundo Studios in Miami, Florida. The medical drama features a talented cast led by Ana Brenda Contreras and Erick Elías, alongside Geraldine Bazán, Rodolfo Salas, and others. The storyline revolves around Gabriela Serrano, a determined medical resident returning to Florida to confront her troubled past while navigating a hospital in crisis. The series promises intense drama, unexpected twists, and ethical dilemmas, reflecting the experiences of the Hispanic community in the U.S. Fans can follow the production on social media for exclusive content.
Public SafetyWeslaco ISD Alerts About False Threat Circulating on Social Media
Weslaco Independent School District (Weslaco ISD) issued a safety alert regarding a false threat circulating on social media that mentions Central Middle School. The district clarified that this post is part of a hoax affecting several school districts in South Texas, featuring an image of 'Cat in the Hat' alongside the threat. Weslaco ISD is working closely with the Weslaco Police Department to monitor the situation. The district emphasized the importance of student and staff safety and urged students and parents not to share the post, as it could create unnecessary fear. They encouraged reporting any concerning information to trusted adults.
HealthFree Conferences to Prevent Falls Among Seniors in the Valley
South Texas Health System, in partnership with Prominence Health, is launching a series of free conferences titled "Staying S.A.F.E. from Falls" aimed at preventing falls among seniors in the Rio Grande Valley. With over 14 million adults aged 65 and older experiencing falls annually in the U.S., the initiative will provide information on risk factors, medication safety, and exercises to improve balance. The sessions will take place from September to December at various locations, including Weslaco, McAllen, Mission, and Rio Grande City. These events are open to seniors and caregivers without prior registration required.
Public SafetyTraffic Change on SH 107 in Edinburg Due to Construction Work
Drivers in Edinburg should prepare for traffic changes on State Highway 107 (SH 107) due to construction work scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The affected area is between Sharp Road and Cesar Chavez Road. During this time, traffic will be redirected to the inner lanes of SH 107 to allow crews to work on the outer lanes. This construction is part of a larger improvement project on SH 107 between FM 907 (Alamo Road) and Sharp Road. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for potential delays.
NationalTrump Proposes New Space Force Uniform Inspired by a Satire of Fascism
U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled a proposed uniform for the United States Space Force, the military branch established during his first term, inspired by the film 'Starship Troopers,' a science fiction movie that satirizes a fascist regime. The uniform consists of a dark gray jacket with black details and matching trousers, paired with a black cap, a black belt featuring the Space Force emblem, and fitted black boots, according to an image shared by Trump on his Truth Social platform. The president noted that the design is based on 'the discipline and functionality of the ‘Starship Troopers’ uniform, and is modernized for the ‘guardians’ of space dominance.' However, he did not clarify whether this is a formal proposal or merely a suggestion. The film, released in 1997 and directed by Paul Verhoeven, later indicated that it parodies a 'fascist utopia.' Some media outlets at the time highlighted the Nazi aesthetic of the film, with uniforms reminiscent of those worn by the SS, one of the main repressive organizations of Nazi Germany.
NationalDefense attorney asks President Trump to pardon Lindsay Clancy
Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, has requested President Donald Trump to consider a pardon for his client. In an interview on "Good Morning America," Reddington described Clancy as an intelligent and hardworking woman, emphasizing her role as a loving mother and friend. He expressed disappointment over a juror's refusal to apply the reasonable doubt standard despite admitting to having doubts. Meanwhile, Patrick Clancy's attorney criticized a campaign of misinformation against his client, stating it has led to real threats against their family. He urged for accountability for those spreading falsehoods about Patrick's involvement in the tragic events.