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NationalExclusive: ICE Arrests 50,000 People in August, Maintains Record Pace
ICE agents and officers arrested nearly 50,000 people in August, according to a senior Department of Homeland Security (DHS) official familiar with preliminary arrest data. This figure matches that of July, which was the highest monthly arrest total during Donald Trump's second term. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is experiencing a nationwide increase in arrests that is less visible than the aggressive enforcement efforts earlier this year, when the Border Patrol moved from city to city, culminating in the shooting deaths of two American citizens in Minneapolis. Arrests sharply declined in February and March but began to rise again in May. June and July saw record numbers of ICE arrests, according to ICE arrest data.
Public SafetyDriver injured after crashing into RV in Donna, police say
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A driver was seriously injured after crashing into an RV in Donna Monday night, according to the Donna Police Department. On Aug. 31 at approximately 11:40 p.m., Donna police located the crash at RV Station on the 200 block of W. Expressway 83. Police say a red 2014 Ford Fusion left
CommunityFour Community Leaders Step Up for VAMOS at 30th Anniversary Celebration
During the 30th anniversary celebration of VAMOS, four prominent community leaders from the Rio Grande Valley volunteered as auction spotters to support scholarships for local students. Julian Alvarez III, Richard 'Richie' Cantu, Jason Gonzalez, and Sergio Contreras contributed their time and expertise to enhance the fundraising efforts. Alvarez is the Executive VP at Lone Star National Bank and president of the La Joya ISD Board. Cantu, an attorney, serves as VAMOS Board President. Gonzalez is the General Manager of North Park Lexus, and Contreras is the CEO of Atlas, Hall & Rodriguez. Their involvement highlighted the importance of community support in educational opportunities.
EducationDonna Police Chief earns STC Degree after 35 Years in Public Service
Gilbert Guerrero, the Chief of Police in Donna, recently earned his Associate Degree in Law Enforcement from South Texas College (STC) after 35 years in public service. At 56, Guerrero decided to pursue higher education to inspire his officers and the next generation of law enforcement professionals. He began his career in 1991 and has held various positions, including working for the Texas Attorney General’s Office. Guerrero emphasizes the importance of education and plans to pursue a bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership. He hopes to motivate young students to continue their education and career development.
EducationTSC to Celebrate Generations of Scorpion Families During Centennial Event, Sept. 14th
Texas Southmost College (TSC) will celebrate its Centennial with TSC Generations Day on September 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Oliveira Student Services Center in Brownsville. This free event aims to honor alumni, students, employees, and community members, focusing on family connections and lifelong learning. A special tribute will recognize multigenerational alumni families, followed by the unveiling of the exhibit "Threads of Time: 100 Years of TSC History & the Scorpion Generations," highlighting TSC's impact over the past century. The event is open to the community, emphasizing Scorpion pride and shared history.
WeatherValley Storm Team: Bryan Hale, Marcelo Rivera take closer look at 7‑day forecast, precipitation outlook
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this episode of Valley Storm Team, Chief Meteorologist Bryan Hale and Meteorologist Marcelo Rivera take a closer look at the 7‑day forecast, the 8‑to‑14‑day precipitation outlook, and how our current dry pattern may evolve as El Niño in the Pacific continues to strengthen. With high pressure still dominating Texas, rain
WeatherHeat concerns for the Valley through Labor Day weekend
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — September 1st begins meteorological Fall. We have entered the 'ber months but Mother Nature didn't exactly get that memo because we still have the possibility of breaking or tying daily climatology records. This is as highs soar five to 10 degrees above normal. Look for mostly sunny skies today with southeast
CommunityVAMOS Celebrates 30 Years of Changing Lives Across the Rio Grande Valley
VAMOS, the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships, celebrated its 30th anniversary in McAllen, Texas, highlighting its impact on students in the Rio Grande Valley. Alumni shared personal stories of how scholarships and mentorship transformed their lives and careers. Key speakers included Elizabeth Diaz Gonzalez, a principal, and Dr. José Cruz, who credited VAMOS for guiding him from Edcouch-Elsa High School to Yale University. The event emphasized the importance of educational opportunities and community support, showcasing how VAMOS alumni are now educators, healthcare professionals, and leaders committed to giving back to their communities.
NationalHouse Approves Funding Bill to Avoid Shutdown Before Elections
WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives voted on Tuesday to approve a short-term funding bill to prevent a government shutdown at the end of September, keeping funding levels at current rates until December 11. The legislation, which has already been approved by the Senate, passed comfortably in the chamber with a vote of 370 in favor and 48 against. It now goes to President Donald Trump, who is expected to sign it. This would remove the most significant legislative item from Congress's to-do list before the November 3 elections, postponing stalled negotiations over a funding agreement until after the midterm elections. Both parties have clashed over the scope of federal spending, as Democrats reject Trump's call for a massive $1.5 trillion military budget, an increase over the already record $1 trillion that Congress allocated to the military this year.
HealthChild Fed Goats at Interactive Zoo; Now Must Get Rabies Vaccine
Last Friday, Rebecca Lanning received a shocking phone call: her 4-year-old son had been exposed to rabies during a recent family outing. Thirteen days earlier, on August 15, the family had visited a dinosaur exhibit in Mocksville, North Carolina. There were food trucks, carnival games, and an interactive zoo, where her son fed some baby goats by hand. 'I didn't think anything of it until Friday, when his aunt called me and said, 'Hey, we have a situation,'' said Lanning, 30, a resident of Marion. Lanning requested that her son's name not be disclosed. Three baby goats from the interactive zoo tested positive for rabies, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced on Friday. The goats, along with a fourth animal suspected of having the disease, were euthanized.
CommunityVAMOS Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary and More Than $27 Million in Scholarships
The Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships (VAMOS) celebrated its 30th anniversary on August 22, 2026, at Bert Ogden Arena, honoring students, alumni, and community supporters. The organization has awarded over $27 million in scholarships to assist students in pursuing higher education, particularly those who are first-generation college attendees. Notable alumni shared their success stories, emphasizing how VAMOS helped them overcome challenges and support their families. The event highlighted the importance of continued investment in education, showcasing the transformative impact of scholarships and mentorship on individuals and their communities.
Public Safety$1 Car Insurance Fee in Texas Funded Thousands of Surveillance Cameras
TEXAS – In 2023, the Texas Legislature unanimously passed a law that increased car insurance costs by $1 for Texans, aimed at combating the rising theft of catalytic converters. Three years later, a little-known state agency has allocated at least $30 million from that revenue to enhance the state's Flock surveillance network by installing license plate reader cameras along roads and streets from El Paso to the Louisiana border, according to an analysis by the digital news organization The Texas Tribune. The Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), led by a board mostly appointed by Governor Greg Abbott, has used the $1 increase to acquire at least 3,200 Flock cameras. The state agency has awarded no fewer than 95 grants to assist police agencies in purchasing and maintaining around 2,000 Flock cameras. An additional $15.9 million is helping the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) add nearly 1,200 more cameras. The initiative is far from over; earlier in August, the agency approved another $3 million to help the Texas DPS install 583 additional cameras on the state's toll roads over the next year.
NationalThe White House Reveals More Details on Oil Deal with Venezuela
The White House announced on Monday that it has partnered with North American Blue Energy Partners as part of President Donald Trump's initiative to tap into Venezuela's oil industry, establishing an agreement that will give the Pentagon a stake in approximately one-fifth of the country's vast oil reserves. Later that evening, the Trump administration released more details about the pact, days after the president announced what he described as the largest oil deal in history. The extensive agreement has been met with skepticism by analysts, who say it will take years to reactivate Venezuela's production, but Trump and his advisors present it as an opportunity to develop a new oil giant in the Western Hemisphere. As part of the agreement, the United States is creating a private company as part of a joint venture with NABEP, a detail that the White House withheld for days. NABEP, owned by Venezuelan businessman Alejandro Betancourt, is already the second-largest operator in Venezuela after Chevron. The acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, is granting the company rights for 100 years over 17 oil fields with proven reserves of about 65 billion barrels. Many of those fields were owned by Russian or Chinese companies, the White House indicated.
NationalWhat Will Trump Do in 2028 After the Presidency? Here's What He Has Said
President Donald Trump has frequently suggested that he wants to seek a third term in the United States, posting about launching another campaign, wearing 2028 hats, and discussing ways to achieve it, even as he has acknowledged that the Constitution prohibits him from doing so. However, recently, Trump has begun to show signs that he may not even believe there will be another campaign. In recent speeches, the Republican leader has started to describe life after the White House when his term ends in January 2029, predicting that he will be at home feeling anxious while his successor takes credit for his achievements. 'Your next president will say, ‘What a great job I did,’' Trump stated at an event in Long Island, New York, this month. 'He’s going to be sitting around watching television. A real loser. Unless they vote Republican, of course.'
WeatherLive Updates: Tropical Storm Edouard Could Make Landfall at Any Moment
What you need to know Rain and flooding are expected from Tropical Storm Edouard in Southeast Texas and Louisiana. Several counties in the Houston metropolitan area are on alert due to the storm. Edouard has maximum sustained winds of 50 mph. According to the National Hurricane Center, Edouard poses a risk of flooding and storm surge from High Island, Texas, to the line between Vermilion and Cameron parishes in Louisiana. A tropical storm warning is also in effect for some of these areas. Edouard is moving west-northwest at a speed of 8 miles per hour with winds of 50 miles per hour.
CommunityTelemundo Releases First Look at the Return of Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso, Premiering in November
Telemundo has launched the first exclusive preview of Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso, revealing the highly anticipated return of one of the network's most iconic franchises this November. This sneak peek takes viewers into the dangerous world of webcam modeling through Catalina Marín, who appears confident and empowered behind a screen until her reality takes an unexpected and terrifying turn. Continuing the legacy of the Sin Senos franchise, this new installment presents a story of revenge, survival, and empowerment, led by fan-favorite stars: Carmen Villalobos as Catalina Santana, Majida Issa as Yésica Beltrán 'La Diabla', Catherine Siachoque as Hilda Santana, and Gregorio Pernía as Aurelio 'Titi' Jaramillo. The cast also includes Fabián Ríos as Albeiro Marín, Carolina Gaitán as Catalina Marín, Elizabeth Gutiérrez as Diva Montero, and Arturo Barba as Israel Montero, along with Estefanía Gómez, Sergio Herrera, Isabela Amado, Juan Zuluaga, Osvaldo de León, Val Dorantes, María Laura Quintero, Giovanna Romo, Yankel Stevan, Liliana González, Izzi Rodríguez, Juana Arboleda, Nataly Cadavid, Camila Taborda, Pablo Astiazarán, Sandra Zellweger, Jerónimo Henao, and Adrián Makala, among others. Set in the perilous world of webcam modeling in Medellín, Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso follows Catalina Santana and Aurelio 'Titi' Jaramillo as they seek to rebuild their lives away from the shadows of their past. When Catalina is forced to return to a world she thought she had left behind, she teams up with the DEA to infiltrate a powerful criminal network that preys on vulnerable women seeking a better future. As Catalina gets closer to dismantling the organization and protecting her family, the return of La Diabla threatens to jeopardize everything she and Titi have fought to rebuild. Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso is an original series developed by TIS Studios and Telemundo Studios and produced by TIS Studios for Telemundo. The series will air on Telemundo in the United States. Fans can stay updated with the latest news and enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes content by following @TelemundoSeries on various social platforms.
Public SafetyA judge rules that Tyler Robinson will face trial for the murder of Charlie Kirk
PROVO, UTAH — A Utah judge, who heard arguments on Tuesday regarding whether there is sufficient evidence to proceed with aggravated murder charges against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, a charge that could make him eligible for the death penalty, determined that the case will go to trial. The hours-long hearing in state court followed prosecutors spending five days in July presenting what they described as 'overwhelming' evidence that Tyler Robinson shot the conservative activist while he was speaking at an outdoor event on a university campus. The 23-year-old defendant surrendered to authorities a day after the shooting that occurred last September at Utah Valley University. He has not yet entered a plea, and his attorneys have not presented alternative theories regarding Kirk's death, focusing instead on preventing the case from advancing to trial and attempting to have the death penalty dismissed. Strong security surrounded the courthouse as Kirk's parents, Robert and Kathryn Kirk, entered arm in arm before the hearing at the Fourth District Court in Provo. Erika Kirk was seated next to them. Some local members of Turning Point USA, Kirk's organization, arrived with signs supporting Erika Kirk, but security instructed them that they could not have them inside the courthouse property. District Judge Tony Graf had the option to send the case to trial on a lesser charge of murder, which carries a minimum sentence of 15 years and a maximum of life in prison, according to Steve Burton, director of the Utah Defense Attorney Association. Graf could also dismiss the charges against Robinson, in which case prosecutors could refile them. A key factor in presenting an aggravated murder charge is determining whether the shooter consciously created a risk of death to others while committing the murder. 'Tyler James Robinson shot and killed Charlie Kirk because he disagreed with him, and he did so by firing a high-powered rifle into a crowd of over 3,000 people, which created a significant risk of death that anyone would have recognized,' said Ryan McBride, a prosecutor from the Utah County Attorney's Office, in court. The defense argues that others were not in danger. A 'mountain of evidence' shows that Robinson was the shooter, including DNA, messages with his partner, and posts that Robinson made on the communication platform Discord, McBride stated. One of Robinson's attorneys, Staci Visser, argued that the state was trying to 'force' the case into Utah's aggravated murder statute. She stated that prior case law requires prosecutors to demonstrate that there was a high probability — and not just a possibility — that others could have died. Kirk was sitting on an elevated stage and was not immediately near other people when he was shot from a rooftop over 400 feet away, she noted. 'There is a shot. There is a bullet. There is a victim,' Visser said. 'There is no evidence that any action was taken against other people.' As expected and announced by Tania Mashburn, a spokesperson for the state courts, the judge announced his decision from the bench. Robinson also faces potential aggravating factors in sentencing if prosecutors can prove that he attacked Kirk because of his political beliefs. Prosecutors allege a political motive. Before his death, Kirk and the organization he co-founded, Turning Point USA, mobilized young conservative voters to help President Donald Trump win a second term. Prosecutors have argued that a recorded bullet found in the weapon allegedly used in the murder shows that Kirk was targeted based on the defendant's perception of his political views. The inscription 'Hey Facist! CATCH!' is an 'explicit political reference,' they argued in court documents. A handwritten note that prosecutors say Robinson left for his partner partially read: 'I had the chance to take out Charlie Kirk, and I took it.' They also allege that Robinson texted about Kirk: 'I was already fed up with his hate. There are hatreds that cannot be resolved through negotiation.' Robinson's attorneys have argued that prosecutors do not have sufficiently strong evidence to demonstrate a political motive. In July, investigators presented DNA analysis that they said linked Robinson to the weapon believed to have been used in the murder — a bolt-action rifle with a fired cartridge — and to a tool he allegedly used to etch the bullet casings. Lance Twiggs, identified as Robinson's partner, told investigators in a recorded interview that Robinson remarked the day after Kirk's death that he 'wished he hadn't done it.' Later that same day — just an hour before surrendering — Robinson posted 'that was me yesterday at UVU' in an online chat room, according to investigators. Defense attorneys questioned the reliability of the DNA evidence and unsuccessfully attempted to prevent the public disclosure of the interview with Twiggs, warning that prosecutors would present it as a confession. Twiggs stated during the interview that he had never heard Robinson speak about Kirk before the shooting.
NationalWhen do Social Security payments arrive in September? Here are the key dates
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for September will be sent out on Tuesday, September 1. However, the date you receive your Social Security deposit will depend on your birth date. Below is the payment schedule for this month and the rest of the year. Social Security payment schedule for September 2026: Born from the 1st to the 10th: September 9; Born from the 11th to the 20th: September 16; Born from the 21st to the 31st: September 23.
NationalSheinbaum Approaches Two Years in Office Amid Trump Pressures and Internal Challenges
As President Claudia Sheinbaum approaches two years in office, she faces significant challenges, including pressure from former President Donald Trump regarding security and trade. Sheinbaum has maintained a stance of 'cooperation without subordination' while intensifying security measures, resulting in over 63,000 arrests since October 2024. Despite a decrease in the homicide rate, violence persists in regions like Sinaloa. Trade relations with the U.S. remain strong, exceeding $872 billion last year, but tensions over immigration have escalated, especially following the deaths of 17 Mexican nationals in U.S. custody. Internal controversies have also emerged, notably involving Sinaloa's governor accused of cartel ties.
SportsTelemundo Acquires Rights to Serie A Championship, Coppa Italia, and Supercoppa Italiana
Telemundo has secured exclusive Spanish-language media rights in the U.S. for Italy's Serie A, Coppa Italia, and Supercoppa Italiana for three seasons, from 2026/27 to 2028/29. This agreement enhances Telemundo's extensive soccer portfolio, reaffirming its commitment to deliver top-tier soccer competitions to Hispanic audiences. Coverage will include live broadcasts across various platforms such as Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, and Telemundo Deportes Ahora, along with expert analysis and original digital content. The Serie A features 20 clubs and is known for its tactical excellence and passionate fans, showcasing stars like Christian Pulisic and Paulo Dybala.