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Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) · Jul 23, 2026

The Date is Set! Miss Universe Puerto Rico Reveals When the 75th Edition of the Pageant Will Take Place

The 75th edition of Miss Universe Puerto Rico will take place on November 24 at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot. This announcement was made via Instagram, highlighting the event as a celebration of beauty and women's empowerment. The official schedule includes three key events: the National Costume Parade on November 21, the Preliminary Competition on November 22, and the Coronation Night on November 24. These events aim to showcase the diverse cultures and traditions of the contestants from around the world, culminating in the selection of the successor to Mexican Fátima Bosch, crowned in Thailand.

National

2 women who visit the Valley often lose tourist visas amid birth tourism crackdown

Two women frequently visiting the Rio Grande Valley have had their tourist visas revoked amid a crackdown on birth tourism by the Trump Administration. One woman, identified as Sarah, was denied entry at the Progreso port of entry, where a Customs and Border Protection officer informed her that visas were being canceled for those suspected of giving birth in the U.S. for citizenship purposes. Another woman, Alicia, faced a similar fate at the Donna port while crossing with her U.S. citizen children. Both women express concern about their ability to transport their children to school, with Alicia hoping for assistance from IDEA Public Schools.

City of Brownsville, Midtown Entertainment District come to agreement following attempted shutdown

The city of Brownsville has reached an agreement with businesses in the Midtown Entertainment District after an attempt to shut down several bars due to code violations. The violations included serving minors, allowing illegal substances, and serving alcohol past legal hours. A temporary restraining order against the city has been lifted, provided that the businesses file an administrative appeal. The city will conduct inspections to ensure compliance with codes, although the schedule for these inspections is not yet known. Bars can continue operating, but the city retains the right to revoke occupancy certificates if violations occur.

4th annual Earth and Space Celebration set in Mercedes

The 4th annual Earth and Space Celebration is set for Saturday, August 1, at the Mercedes Dome, located at 1202 N. Vermont Avenue. This event offers families in the Rio Grande Valley a fun and educational experience before the school year begins. Dr. Samuel Garcia Jr., the event's founder, shared insights on what attendees can expect. The celebration aims to engage the community with activities related to earth and space sciences. For further details, interested individuals can find more information online.

Weather

Valley first responders urge residents to stay safe during the heat

With a scorching week ahead, first responders in the Rio Grande Valley are advising residents to prioritize safety. Those working outdoors should wear light-colored clothing and take regular breaks to hydrate. Brownsville Fire Department Captain David Rossetti emphasized the importance of consuming electrolytes slowly to avoid illness. He also urged people to recognize heat illness symptoms, such as dizziness and vomiting. In case of severe symptoms like seizures or loss of consciousness, calling 911 is crucial. Staying informed and prepared can help prevent heat-related emergencies during this hot spell.

Public Safety

Woman killed in wrong-way crash in Cameron County

A tragic head-on collision occurred in Cameron County, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to another individual. The incident took place at 8:52 a.m. on Wednesday on FM 511, south of State Highway 48. A Kenworth truck, driven by a male, was towing a tanker trailer and heading northbound. In contrast, a silver 2007 Toyota Scion, with a male driver and a female passenger, was traveling southbound in the wrong lane when it collided with the Kenworth. The female passenger died at the scene, while the driver was hospitalized in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing.

Business

Brownsville evaluating permit for proposed data center

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — What was once a Walmart and later a shelter for undocumented migrant children could now possibly turn into a data center. An unidentified company has filed a permit request with the City of Brownsville to develop a data center at 7480 Padre Island Hwy, which is a 32-acre plot of land

Health

'Wish it never happened': Starr County ranchers concerned after New World screwworm case

ROMA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Starr County rancher says he is concerned about the impact a confirmed case of New World screwworm could have on his operation as western Starr County remains under movement restrictions. “Wish it never happened but it did. Now, we deal with it,” said Richard Garza-Ray, a rancher near Roma. Garza-Ray’s

$2M grant to fund street improvements in Mission

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A multimillion-dollar grant will fund street improvements in the city of Mission, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham announced Tuesday. The Texas General Land Office approved $2 million in funds from the Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program, which supports communities with outstanding unmet needs from federally declared disasters. According to GLO, the grant

Gov. Abbott orders multi-agency probe into alleged 'birth tourism schemes'

overnor Greg Abbott signed an executive order Tuesday directing Texas agencies to investigate alleged “birth tourism schemes” involving the state’s healthcare system. The directive calls for statewide coordination but appears to rely on agencies’ existing oversight powers rather than create new enforcement authority.

Health

Valley Baptist Brownsville unveils new stroke care equipment

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Health care leaders joined at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville to celebrate a new program and equipment designed to treat stroke patients. The facility's new bi-plane imaging equipment will help specialists treat stroke patients more effectively and safely. With the help of the equipment, the facility's new thrombectomy program will

Community aids in planting trees at Harlingen city parks

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen Parks and Recreation Department hosted a free community tree-planting event on Wednesday as part of its ongoing initiative to improve the quality of life at its city parks. The tree-planting session was held at Pendleton Park, one of several parks where new trees were planted and made possible by

Public Safety

Harlingen PD partners with TxDOT to crack down on speeding

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Transportation is partnering with law enforcement agencies to crack down on speeding across the state. Operation Slowdown is an annual campaign by TxDOT to ramp up enforcement statewide and target drivers traveling at high and unsafe speeds. The Harlingen Police Department is one of many agencies teaming

Food Bank RGV to distribute free produce in Peñitas

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) - The Food Bank RGV will be hosting a free mobile produce distribution on Thursday, July 23rd. The one day only event will be held at Faith Fellowship Bible Church in Penitas beginning at 9 AM until supplies last. Participants will need a picture ID and proof of address, with a maximum of two families per

Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) · Jul 22, 2026

Mexico Files 20 Complaints in the U.S. Over Deaths of Nationals in ICE Custody

The Mexican government has filed 20 complaints with state and county prosecutors in the United States regarding the deaths of 17 nationals that occurred since May during operations or while in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This marks a new escalation in efforts to demand clarification of these cases. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) announced on Wednesday that the complaints were filed on July 13 by Mexico's ambassador to the U.S., Roberto Lazzeri, in the jurisdictions where the deaths occurred: eight with state prosecutors and 12 with county prosecutors in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, and Texas. In addition to these actions, the Mexican Embassy submitted a complaint to the Department of Justice through the State Department on July 14, requesting a formal investigation into the 17 cases and updates on the progress of the inquiries. The Foreign Ministry clarified that these actions are part of the follow-up to measures announced on July 9 by President Claudia Sheinbaum, after the Mexican government reported the deaths of 17 nationals in ICE operations or detention centers since May of this year. It also noted that Ambassador Lazzeri held meetings last week with officials from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and ICE, where he expressed the Mexican government's concerns about conditions in detention centers, including those operated by private companies, and requested clarification on each of the deaths.

Weslaco Police Department invites community to Bike Rodeo & Water Wars event

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Weslaco Police Department is inviting the community to a fun-filled bicycle safety rodeo on Saturday at Judge Gilbert Garza Park. Children ages 8-15 will have the opportunity to learn all there is to know about bike safety alongside Weslaco police. The afternoon is scheduled to include a helmet fitting, skills course, explanation of traffic rules, a bike

Texas Border Business · Jul 22, 2026

Business

McAllen Partners with UTRGV to Support Local Entrepreneurs

The City of McAllen has teamed up with The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to introduce the UTRGV Market Lab at the McAllen Main Library. This initiative aims to provide local entrepreneurs and small business owners with free resources for business development. The six-week program will accept its first 30 businesses, offering personalized coaching, market research, and strategic planning at no cost. Participants will also collaborate with UTRGV student consulting teams. Applications for the Fall 2026 cohort are currently open, and interested entrepreneurs can find more information on the city’s website.

Public Safety

Legal aid scam targets border residents

TRLA warns border residents about a scam targeting people seeking legal assistance, in which impostors are impersonating the nonprofit legal services organization and demanding payment from potential clients.