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Questions about Mission Regional Medical Center and Knapp Medical Center surfaced in July, when photos of a billboard in Mexico wen...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/top-federal-prosecutor-in-south-texas-says-birth-tourism-allegations-at-mission-regional-are-highly-highly-alarming/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Dave Hendricks","publishDate":"2026-08-05T21:53:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T22:00:15.615Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FMission-Regional-Medical-Center.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"top-federal-prosecutor-in-south-texas-says-birth-tourism-allegations-at-mission-regional-are-highly-"},{"id":"i3fveo","title":"CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS  FOR AUGUST 4, 2026, CITY COMMISSION MEETING","excerpt":"The Brownsville City Commission held its second Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Workshop on Aug. 4, reviewing the City's proposed budget, major capital improvement projects, and economic development initiatives.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3347","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-08-05T21:45:24.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T22:00:15.016Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D18135","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"city-commission-highlights-for-august-4-2026-city-commission-meeting"},{"id":"hl26nw","title":"San Benito split commission can’t decide city manager job","excerpt":"S AN BENITO — After more than five hours behind closed doors, city commissioners couldn’t reach in a decision in the appointment of San Benito’s next city manager. 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About eight months after launching the probe, her attorneys have tracked the mailer’s publication to a McA...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/05/harlingen-commissioner-links-dirty-campaign-mailer-to-edinburg-man/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Fernando Del Valle","publishDate":"2026-08-05T17:51:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T22:00:15.545Z","category":"space","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2FPREVIEW-Delia-Cavazos-Gamez.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"harlingen-commissioner-links-dirty-campaign-mailer-to-edinburg-man"},{"id":"c1evbp","title":"Driscoll invests over $9M for Pediatric Intensive Care Unit expansion","excerpt":"D riscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley is expanding its pediatric critical care services, adding 15 more beds to its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, or PICU. 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The modifications were made to Ordinance Number 2026-1813, Chapter 54, Health and Sanitation, Article VI, which pertains to smoking in public places. Ac...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/brownsville-approves-changes-to-public-smoking-ordinance/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-05T16:53:03.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T22:00:15.615Z","category":"government","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2023%2F10%2F6529a45a91d835.28591286.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-approves-changes-to-public-smoking-ordinance"},{"id":"sf8rno","title":"Isolated rain possible starting Thursday in the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Anticipate lots of sunshine throughout Wednesday with highs climbing to the upper 90s and low 100s. Southeast winds at 5 to 15mph. Wind gusts and the rest of the week will be between 25 and 30 mph. The humidity is still a big factor in the forecast. We're talkin...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/isolated-rain-possible-starting-thursday-in-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lexie Walker","publishDate":"2026-08-05T14:07:33.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T22:00:15.615Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F5b08f410-3c49-48c2-9264-51a99db0de2f.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"isolated-rain-possible-starting-thursday-in-the-valley"},{"id":"owvy50","title":"Mariachis, burgers, and queso fundido – a fine combination at Brownsville’s La Gardenia","excerpt":"B ROWNSVILLE — The mariachi singers in their black attire and bold white stitching make my arrival a joyous one and an uplifting one. 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Commissioners approved the first reading of Ordinance 710, whic...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/30/port-isabel-holds-meeting-updating-towing-regulations/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-30T22:37:48.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T22:00:16.548Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F01%2FPort-Isabel-150x150.png","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"port-isabel-holds-meeting-updating-towing-regulations"},{"id":"up23dt","title":"Cameron County Tax Notices Mailed","excerpt":"Special to the PRESS BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS—A total of 25,031 delinquent tax notices for tax year 2025 were mailed for real estate accounts that remain unpaid as of the first of the month. 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Combes city officials are asking residents from the following areas to remain in...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/city-of-combes-issues-alert-for-drivers-residents-after-18-wheeler-catches-fire-on-expressway/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-29T17:53:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-30T02:00:14.585Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FMay-be-an-image-of-road.png%3Fw%3D698","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"city-of-combes-issues-alert-for-drivers-residents-after-18-wheeler-catches-fire-on-expressway"},{"id":"dthyyj","title":"Hot days and warm nights continue across the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Most cities will peak in the triple digits each afternoon, but factor in dew points in the upper 70s, and heat indices will be up to 110-115°. Hot, yes, but thankfully we'll see a nice southeast breeze with gusts all week ranging between 25- 35 mph, helping brea...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/hot-days-and-warm-nights-continue-across-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lexie Walker","publishDate":"2026-07-29T16:14:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-30T02:00:14.585Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F1e3875d6-cc36-403f-b021-a7d4c1146c0c.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"hot-days-and-warm-nights-continue-across-the-valley"},{"id":"ygs2td","title":"UIL heat safety guidelines take effect in August","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Starting Aug. 1, the University Scholastic League (UIL) will require all school athletic teams and marching bands to follow heat safety guidelines. The guidelines are designed to protect students from overheating when practicing outdoors. The Harlingen Consolida...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/uil-heat-safety-rules-go-into-effect-in-august/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-07-29T03:43:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-30T00:00:14.979Z","category":"schools","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-28-201025.png%3Fw%3D714","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"uil-heat-safety-guidelines-take-effect-in-august"},{"id":"kc4py1","title":"Pastor charged with indecency with a child: Edinburg police","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A local pastor has been charged with indecency with a child, according to the Edinburg Police Department. Police say Jorge Gonzalez Martinez, 49, was arrested Monday without incident following a police report that was filed earlier this month. According to a pol...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/pastor-charged-with-indecency-with-a-child-edinburg-police/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-29T15:40:44.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T22:00:14.165Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-e1785339955765.jpg%3Fw%3D304","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"pastor-charged-with-indecency-with-a-child-edinburg-police"},{"id":"ljmgtw","title":"Development leaders break ground on aluminum recycling plant in Mission","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- The city of Mission is one step closer to making history by bringing one of the largest private investments in the area. City and development leaders gathered in Mission on Tuesday to celebrate the official start of construction on the $50 million aluminum recy...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/development-leaders-break-ground-on-aluminum-recycling-plant-in-mission/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-29T03:32:43.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T22:00:14.165Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fmission-plant-construction.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"development-leaders-break-ground-on-aluminum-recycling-plant-in-mission"},{"id":"h9a1yu","title":"Changes made to U.S. Navy transfer policy in the aftermath of Angelina Resendiz's death","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The U.S. Navy has updated its transfer policy in the aftermath of the murder of Brownsville native sailor Angelina Resendiz. Resendiz disappeared from her barracks at Naval Station Norfolk on May 29, 2025. Eleven days later, Resendiz’s body was found in a wooded...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/changes-made-to-u-s-navy-transfer-policy-in-the-aftermath-of-angelina-resendizs-killing/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-29T02:38:46.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T22:00:14.165Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F03%2Fangelina-resendiz.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"changes-made-to-us-navy-transfer-policy-in-the-aftermath-of-angelina-resendizs-death"},{"id":"fd7oj6","title":"IVP: Exclusive interview with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Lawmakers and candidates from the Valley to Austin to Washington, D.C. weighed in on the issue of data centers. Policy proposals and pledges were announced or expanded looking to ensure that electricity customers weren't saddled with the cost of data centers mov...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/local-political-show/ivp-exclusive-interview-with-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Brian R Svendsen","publishDate":"2026-07-29T00:15:39.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T22:00:14.165Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Flutnick-mcallen-interview.png%3Fw%3D704","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"ivp-exclusive-interview-with-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick"},{"id":"i3fw12","title":"YOUNG MUSICIANS FIND THEIR VOICE AT ROCA VIOLIN CAMP IN BROWNSVILLE","excerpt":"The sound of violins is filling the halls of the Brownsville George Ramirez Performing Arts Academy this summer as young students discover the joy of making music through the Revival of Cultural Arts (ROCA) Violin Camp Program.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3297","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:46:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T22:00:14.092Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17952","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"young-musicians-find-their-voice-at-roca-violin-camp-in-brownsville"},{"id":"vval4k","title":"'Inhumane tactics': Congressman Vicente Gonzalez releases statement on Valley ICE raids","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Congressman Vicente Gonzalez on Tuesday released a statement regarding recent raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the Rio Grande Valley, vowing to work with local leaders to find solutions that will keep people safe. The statement comes after ValleyC...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/inhumane-tactics-congressman-vicente-gonzalez-releases-statement-on-valley-ice-raids/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-28T23:33:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T20:00:14.852Z","category":"border","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F08%2Fvicente-gonzalez.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"inhumane-tactics-congressman-vicente-gonzalez-releases-statement-on-valley-ice-raids"},{"id":"2sz5h","title":"Rio Grande City welcomes community to 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Rio Grande City is inviting the community to its Memorial Stair Climb event in honor of the first responders who sacrificed their lives on 9/11. The climb is designed to represent the same number of steps that firefighters and other first responders climbed insi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/rio-grande-city-welcomes-community-to-9-11-memorial-stair-climb/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-28T23:27:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T20:00:14.852Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Frgc-firefighters2.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"rio-grande-city-welcomes-community-to-911-memorial-stair-climb"},{"id":"i3fvgg","title":"CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR JUNE 21, 2026, CITY COMMISSION MEETING","excerpt":"Brownsville voters will decide a series of proposed amendments to the City Charter this fall after the Brownsville City Commission approved an ordinance calling a Charter Amendment Election for Nov. 3, 2026.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3325","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-22T20:50:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T20:00:14.100Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17992","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"city-commission-highlights-for-june-21-2026-city-commission-meeting"},{"id":"xhlk9r","title":"13th Court of Appeals halts court proceedings for wrongful death lawsuit of Weslaco cheerleader","excerpt":"Editor's note: This story has been updated with a statement from Glazer's Beer and Beverage. HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The 13th Court of Appeals on Monday ordered Hidalgo County court proceedings regarding the wrongful death lawsuit of a Weslaco cheerleader to stop as it reviews an energ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/13th-court-of-appeals-halts-court-proceedings-for-wrongful-death-lawsuit-of-weslaco-cheerleader/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-28T21:43:34.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T18:00:14.965Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F04%2FScreenshot-2026-04-08-213641_974498.png%3Fw%3D702","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"13th-court-of-appeals-halts-court-proceedings-for-wrongful-death-lawsuit-of-weslaco-cheerleader"},{"id":"fmontj","title":"Two kinds of weather for the Valley: Hot and breezy","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- A classic weather pattern is settling in across the Rio Grande Valley. Over the next seven days, a dome of high pressure will dominate the region, keeping skies mostly sunny and temperatures running hot each afternoon. Highs are expected to climb into the mid t...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/two-kinds-of-weather-for-the-valley-hot-and-breezy/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-07-28T20:59:48.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T16:00:15.775Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot0_2a3694.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"two-kinds-of-weather-for-the-valley-hot-and-breezy"},{"id":"u6ciyr","title":"3 men hospitalized after ATV rolls into canal in Elsa: Sheriff","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Three men were hospitalized Monday night after the ATV they were riding rolled into a canal in Elsa, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. At approximately 8:40 p.m., deputies responded to the 11400 block of Mile 17 Road North in Elsa regarding an AT...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/3-men-hospitalized-after-atv-rolls-into-canal-in-elsa-sheriff/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-28T16:37:25.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T16:00:15.775Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fimage-1.png%3Fw%3D788","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"3-men-hospitalized-after-atv-rolls-into-canal-in-elsa-sheriff"},{"id":"i3fvgh","title":"CITY OF BROWNSVILLE PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT EARNS NATIONAL AWARD","excerpt":"The City of Brownsville Procurement Department has earned the 2026 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® Award from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. 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A fantastically sweet and shy young white and grey kitten who goes by the name Spiderman was brought in by Brownsville Animal Regulation Care Center adoption specialist Jordan Wally as this week's Pet of ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/pet-of-the-week/pet-of-the-week-spiderman-swings-into-the-studio/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-28T17:41:55.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T02:00:38.893Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FPOW-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"pet-of-the-week-spiderman-swings-into-the-studio"},{"id":"9lnttl","title":"McAllen man accused of killing his dog with a hammer: Records","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Police arrested a McAllen man accused of killing a dog with a hammer, according to an offense report obtained by ValleyCentral. Daniel Alberto Martinez, 36, of McAllen was charged with cruelty to non-livestock animals and tampering/fabricate physical evidence wi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mcallen-man-accused-of-killing-his-dog-with-a-hammer-records/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-28T15:56:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T02:00:38.893Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FDaniel-Alberto-Martinez.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mcallen-man-accused-of-killing-his-dog-with-a-hammer-records"},{"id":"5j0pf","title":"San Benito invites community to budget session","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of San Benito is inviting the community to attend its budget session \"Let's Taco Bout the Budget\" on Tuesday. The community is encouraged to share ideas, projects, services and improvements from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Community Building located at 210 ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/san-benito-invites-community-to-budget-session/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-28T15:34:07.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T02:00:38.893Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-28-102621.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"san-benito-invites-community-to-budget-session"},{"id":"i3fvfo","title":"BROWNSVILLE RESIDENTS URGED TO STAY SAFE DURING DANGEROUS AFTERNOON HEAT","excerpt":"According to the National Weather Service in Brownsville/Rio Grande Valley, a combination of high temperatures and elevated humidity will push heat index values between 105 and 110 degrees for several hours this afternoon and into the early evening.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3332","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-28T15:53:07.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T00:00:38.348Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D18111","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"brownsville-residents-urged-to-stay-safe-during-dangerous-afternoon-heat"},{"id":"g7iwxn","title":"A look into the Starship Flight 13 mission with LabPadre","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- A couple of hours before sunrise, something electrical failed at or beyond the Sanchez site, producing a bright flash and a momentary power flicker across Star Factory and the offices. Despite the issue, pre-flight launch operations were not impacted. The chops...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/spacex/a-look-into-the-starship-flight-13-mission-with-labpadre/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"LabPadre","publishDate":"2026-07-28T02:59:10.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-29T00:00:38.821Z","category":"space","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Flabpadre-july-27.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"a-look-into-the-starship-flight-13-mission-with-labpadre"},{"id":"je4gh9","title":"More heat and less dust heading our way","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The little blue \"H\" centered near the Texas Panhandle is having a big impact on temperatures across much of the country. 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A strong high‑pressure system parked over the central U.S. continues to dominate the weather pattern across Texas and the Rio Grande Valley, keeping conditions hot and stagnant. This setup is pushing in steady southeast wi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/triple%e2%80%91digit-temperatures-and-sweltering-heat-index-values-are-sticking-around-this-week/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marcelo Rivera González","publishDate":"2026-07-28T01:20:39.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T22:00:38.360Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fweather-setup-with-high-pressure-7.27.26.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"tripledigit-temperatures-and-sweltering-heat-index-values-are-sticking-around-this-week"},{"id":"6c55md","title":"Honduran man living in Donna attempts to meet with minor for sex in undercover operation: DOJ","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An undocumented Honduran national living in Donna pleaded guilty on Monday to attempting to meet with a minor for sex, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Anael Jossue Rodriguez-Rodas, 35, was arrested after a three-day undercover online chat investigat...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/honduran-man-living-in-donna-attempts-to-meet-with-minor-for-sex-in-undercover-operation-doj/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-28T00:24:34.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T20:00:39.272Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2023%2F08%2FMcAllen-Federal-Courthouse-File-Photo-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"honduran-man-living-in-donna-attempts-to-meet-with-minor-for-sex-in-undercover-operation-doj"},{"id":"cadhxa","title":"Texas Southmost College to offer Medical Aesthetics Injector Certificate Program","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A new program at Texas Southmost College will soon offer licensed healthcare professionals the opportunity to get certified in medical aesthetics injections. According to TSC, medical aesthetics is a branch of medicine that uses clinical procedures and products ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/texas-southmost-college-to-offer-medical-aesthetics-injector-certificate-program/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-27T22:22:36.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T20:00:39.272Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FStudents-Practicing-in-Lab-2048x1366-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"texas-southmost-college-to-offer-medical-aesthetics-injector-certificate-program"},{"id":"i3fvgi","title":"STAY COOL THIS JULY WITHOUT WATCHING YOUR ELECTRICITY BILL CLIMB","excerpt":"Summer in Brownsville means your air conditioner is working harder than ever. The good news is that a few simple changes around your home can help you stay comfortable while keeping your energy bill under control.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3323","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-21T20:57:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T20:00:38.351Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17989","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"stay-cool-this-july-without-watching-your-electricity-bill-climb"},{"id":"g7aff","title":"Terrence Howard of 'Hustle & Flow' honored at Edinburg City Hall","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Edinburg welcomed Academy Award-nominated actor Terrence Howard to City Hall on Monday, honoring the Hollywood actor with a special city proclamation. Edinburg Mayor Omar Ochoa officially declared July 27 as Terrence Howard Day. \"There's nothing grea...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/terrence-howard-of-hustle-flow-honored-at-edinburg-city-hall/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-27T21:30:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T18:00:39.143Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fterrence-howard2.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"terrence-howard-of-hustle-flow-honored-at-edinburg-city-hall"},{"id":"3i84ur","title":"Families displaced, dog rescued in McAllen apartment fire","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Families were displaced and a dog was rescued from a McAllen apartment building fire on Sunday, according to a news release from the McAllen Fire Department. No injuries were reported. At approximately 2 p.m. on Sunday, McAllen firefighters responded to an apart...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/families-displaced-dog-rescued-in-mcallen-apartment-fire/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-27T18:49:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T16:00:38.881Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F756682840_18609134011010872_799740029991671079_n.jpg%3Fw%3D540","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"families-displaced-dog-rescued-in-mcallen-apartment-fire"},{"id":"aegu8a","title":"'Unimaginable loss': 6 year-old boy electrocuted, death ruled accidental","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A 6-year-old boy was electrocuted after stakes used to secure a water slide punctured an underground electrical wire, according to a Monday update from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. The boy was identified as 6-year-old Jordan Aure Buitron. At approximatel...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/unimaginable-loss-6-year-old-boy-electrocuted-death-ruled-accidental/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-27T17:34:07.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T16:00:38.881Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fmap.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"unimaginable-loss-6-year-old-boy-electrocuted-death-ruled-accidental"},{"id":"croc7h","title":"It Takes a Village: Parenthood from the outside","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — It Takes A Village is a weekly ValleyCentral+ series that covers all things parenting; from real, honest conversations about daily routines and challenges to funny moments, lessons learned and balancing work and family life. Some people know they want children s...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/valleycentral/it-takes-a-village-parenthood-from-the-outside/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lexie Walker","publishDate":"2026-07-27T21:13:31.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T14:00:38.506Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-27-161056.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"it-takes-a-village-parenthood-from-the-outside"},{"id":"2ey0mz","title":"'Deeply missed': Lyford mayor announces passing of city commissioner Albert Cavazos","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Lyford Mayor Pablo Morales on Monday announced the passing of Commissioner Albert Cavazos. Morales said Cavazos was a tireless advocate for the community and cared deeply about everyone he served. \"Albert loved life and gave everything he had to the people aroun...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local/deeply-missed-lyford-mayor-announces-passing-of-city-commissioner-albert-cavazos/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-27T17:51:24.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T14:00:38.506Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fimage-1-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"deeply-missed-lyford-mayor-announces-passing-of-city-commissioner-albert-cavazos"},{"id":"i3fvgk","title":"BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLOCK PARTY BRINGS FREE FAMILY FUN AND RESOURCES TO BROWNSVILLE","excerpt":"The City of Brownsville’s Department of Health, Wellness and Animal Services invites the community to celebrate the start of a new school year at a free Back-to-School Block Party on Thursday, August 6, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at 655 E. 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National Dog Photo Day was founded in 2018 to encourage pet owners and pet photographers to capture in-the-moment photos of their dogs and their unique quirks. Valley...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/show-off-your-pup-for-national-dog-photography-day/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-27T21:02:35.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T02:00:38.997Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2023%2F12%2FDogNameGettyImages-1041987488-e1699968324231.jpg%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"show-off-your-pup-for-national-dog-photography-day"},{"id":"oawcwt","title":"Police identify body found in Brownsville","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Brownsville Police Department on Monday identified the body of a man found by a pedestrian last week in Brownsville. Police identified the man as 54-year-old Felipe Ramirez. An autopsy revealed no signs of trauma. A toxicology report is still pending, police...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/police-identify-body-found-in-brownsville-2/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-27T17:03:50.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T02:00:38.997Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fimage_4c5a12.png%3Fw%3D794","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"police-identify-body-found-in-brownsville"},{"id":"meiml6","title":"Edinburg man charged in connection with shooting outside nightclub","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An Edinburg man has been charged in connection with a shooting that occurred at a parking lot outside a nightclub in rural Edinburg earlier this month, the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office announced Monday morning. Rodrigo Castillo, 18, of Edinburg, was arrested ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/edinburg-man-charged-in-connection-with-shooting-outside-nightclub/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-27T16:48:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T02:00:38.997Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-7.png%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"edinburg-man-charged-in-connection-with-shooting-outside-nightclub"},{"id":"xuwcgi","title":"Brownsville police seek help after stolen car used for 'burger run'","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Brownsville Police Department is asking the public for help identifying a person accused of stealing a vehicle before taking it for a \"quick burger run.\" According to a news release, the male is a person of interest in the theft of a Kia Optima. Brownsville ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/brownsville-police-seek-help-after-stolen-car-used-for-burger-run/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-27T15:53:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T02:00:38.997Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FBrownsville-theft-e1785168215651.jpg%3Fw%3D416","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-police-seek-help-after-stolen-car-used-for-burger-run"},{"id":"bp2pp4","title":"The summer-sizzle continues all week long","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — High pressure spinning in the Gulf and across the 4-corners of the continental U.S. keeps hot and rain-free conditions in place. Highs this Monday afternoon will climb into either side of 100°. There will be mostly sunny skies all day with southeast winds at 5 t...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/the-summer-sizzle-continues-all-week-long/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lexie Walker","publishDate":"2026-07-27T15:34:05.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T00:00:39.081Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F614b71c1-dba3-4571-81b1-625eea466c2e.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"the-summer-sizzle-continues-all-week-long"},{"id":"g3nswp","title":"Board adjourns meeting without choosing new Edinburg CISD superintendent","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District superintendent position continues to remain open following Saturday's scheduled special-called board meeting. The Board of Trustees met for approximately six hours to discuss superintendent candidates and a p...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/board-adjourns-meeting-without-choosing-new-edinburg-cisd-superintendent/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-26T21:15:43.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-28T00:00:39.081Z","category":"schools","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F11%2Fedinburg-cisd-logo.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"board-adjourns-meeting-without-choosing-new-edinburg-cisd-superintendent"},{"id":"beomfy","title":"Investigation underway into child's death in Alamo: Sheriff","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a child in rural Alamo that occurred on Saturday night, according to a news release. At approximately 9:36 p.m. on Saturday, deputies responded to a call of an unresponsive child at the 5900 block...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/investigation-underway-into-childs-death-in-alamo-sheriff/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-26T21:13:32.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T22:00:38.942Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FGettyImages-1339397055-2-1-1-2-e1707952096443.jpg%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"investigation-underway-into-childs-death-in-alamo-sheriff"},{"id":"174sv9","title":"SpaceX plans Starship tower catch for next test flight, Elon Musk announces","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announces SpaceX will attempt to catch Starship with the tower on the next scheduled test flight. 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Starting with the biggest stories of the week, in case you missed them. 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At approximately 11:34 a.m. on Friday, Mission police and the Mission Fire Department re...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/suv-crashes-into-mission-barbershop-two-people-taken-to-hospital/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-24T20:26:42.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T18:00:39.130Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F753429151_122227310732754584_1682461930377827713_n.jpg%3Fw%3D876","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"suv-crashes-into-mission-barbershop-driver-facing-dwi-charges"},{"id":"i3fvh8","title":"BCIC TO HOST NONPROFIT LUNCH & LEARN FOCUSED ON EVENT SPONSORSHIP","excerpt":"The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) will host the AFP Texas Coastal Bend Chapter's Lunch & Learn on Thursday, Aug. 6, at the eBridge Center, offering nonprofit professionals an opportunity to strengthen their fundraising strategies.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3318","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-20T18:20:49.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T18:00:38.360Z","category":"border","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17976","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"bcic-to-host-nonprofit-lunch-learn-focused-on-event-sponsorship"},{"id":"kgmjiq","title":"Special election set for South Padre Island Council seat","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of South Padre Island announced that a Special Election has been scheduled to fill the seat for Council Member Place 1. The seat opened up following the death of City Council Member Ken Medders, Jr. As previously reported on ValleyCentral, Medders was f...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/special-election-set-for-south-padre-island-council-seat/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-25T19:41:43.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T16:00:38.847Z","category":"government","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2022%2F06%2Fspi.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"special-election-set-for-south-padre-island-council-seat"},{"id":"pk1x58","title":"13th Court of Appeals weighs in on Weslaco cheerleader wrongful death lawsuit","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The 13th Court of Appeals on Friday weighed in on the wrongful death lawsuit involving a Weslaco cheerleader. 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The operation is part of an ongoing criminal investigation. 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The showers that swept across the Valley earlier have shifted south of the border, and southeasterly winds will keep flowing through the region. That sets the stag...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/rain-chances-drop-as-tropical-storm-bertha-weakens/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marcelo Rivera González","publishDate":"2026-07-24T02:12:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T21:30:54.593Z","category":"border","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Ftropical-depression-Bertha.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"rain-chances-drop-as-bertha-weakens-to-tropical-depression"},{"id":"z13csu","title":"‘It’s going to rock my freaking world’: Fans wait another day for Starship launch","excerpt":"SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Thousands of people gathered at Isla Blanca Park on Thursday hoping to watch SpaceX's Starship Flight 13 lift off, but weather had other plans. Less than two hours before the scheduled launch, SpaceX scrubbed the mission because of weather conditions, m...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/spacex/its-going-to-rock-my-freaking-world-fans-wait-another-day-for-starship-launch/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-07-24T01:57:47.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T21:00:54.850Z","category":"space","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fspacex-fan.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"its-going-to-rock-my-freaking-world-fans-wait-another-day-for-starship-launch"},{"id":"i3fvhb","title":"BROWNSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY INVITES FAMILIES TO WILD ADVENTURE WITH THE GLADYS PORTER ZOO","excerpt":"Get ready for a wild and unforgettable experience at the Brownsville Public Library! Families are invited to join the library as it welcomes the Gladys Porter Zoo for a special educational visit featuring live animals and hands-on learning.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3315","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-20T14:55:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T21:00:53.250Z","category":"zoo","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17972","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-public-library-invites-families-to-wild-adventure-with-the-gladys-porter-zoo"},{"id":"34y7zr","title":"San Juan Municipal Court urges residents to take advantage of amnesty program","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — If you have any outstanding fines in the city of San Juan, now's your chance to resolve issues with the court without any additional penalties. The San Juan Municipal Court has extended its amnesty program through Aug. 31. During this time, residents with outsta...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/san-juan-municipal-court-urges-residents-to-take-advantage-of-amnesty-program/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-23T23:23:08.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T19:30:54.649Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-23-170722.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"san-juan-municipal-court-urges-residents-to-take-advantage-of-amnesty-program"},{"id":"41vus0","title":"Hidalgo County judge urges vigilance after screwworm detected in Starr County","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. 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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Starr County rancher is urging people to remain vigilant after discovering the first confirmed case of the New World screwworm in a calf. Starr County officials confirmed its fir...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/i-was-prepared-starr-county-rancher-recalls-identifying-screwworm-in-calf/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-23T16:10:39.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T17:00:54.241Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fstarr-county-farmer.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"i-was-prepared-starr-county-rancher-recalls-identifying-screwworm-in-calf"},{"id":"yfmana","title":"San Juan Memorial Library to host free Narcan training","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The San Juan Memorial Library and Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department will host a free Narcan training on Friday. The free event will begin at 10:30 a.m. Attendees will learn how to recognize an opioid overdose and how to properly administer Narcan...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/san-juan-memorial-library-to-host-free-narcan-training/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-23T22:01:48.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T16:00:54.447Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F11%2FAP24193792638136-e1763135967686.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"san-juan-memorial-library-to-host-free-narcan-training"},{"id":"c33wfw","title":"LIST: Back-to-school giveaway events across the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Summer is almost wrapping up, and students are getting ready to go back to school. Several events happening soon will gift school supplies to help students start the new school year prepared. ValleyCentral has gathered a list of those events: Brownsville Police ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/list-back-to-school-giveaway-events-across-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-23T18:13:32.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T16:00:54.447Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F07%2FFEATURE_br_100-plus-back-to-school-supplies-and-must-haves-for-every-student.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"list-back-to-school-giveaway-events-across-the-valley"},{"id":"i3fvhd","title":"BROWNSVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION INVITES COMMUNITY TO FREE SUMMER KAYAKING ADVENTURE","excerpt":"Looking for a fun way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors this summer? The Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to grab a paddle and experience an evening of kayaking as part of its exciting summer recreational activities.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3313","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-17T16:00:01.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T15:30:53.322Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17969","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-parks-and-recreation-invites-community-to-free-summer-kayaking-adventure"},{"id":"hpfslk","title":"Latest South Texas Healthy Living episode on NBC 23 to tackle arthritis","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Every month, South Texas Health System tackles a different issue in South Texas Healthy Living, a 30-minute program that airs on KVEO NBC 23. System Director of Marketing & Public Relations Tom Castaneda said the latest episode will explore the warning signs, sy...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/latest-south-texas-healthy-living-episode-on-nbc-23-to-tackle-arthritis/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-23T18:35:24.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T14:30:54.364Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-23-123746.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"latest-south-texas-healthy-living-episode-on-nbc-23-to-tackle-arthritis"},{"id":"6pno31","title":"SpaceX reschedules Starship Flight 13 due to weather","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — SpaceX announced Thursday afternoon that it will reschedule its second attempt at Starship Flight 13 due to weather. The announcement was made two hours before the ship was scheduled to launch from Starbase. SpaceX posted on X that weather conditions play a key ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/spacex/spacex-prepares-for-second-attempt-at-starship-flight-13/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-23T16:41:54.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T14:00:54.578Z","category":"space","localScore":100,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F05%2F65975cf1cfeb53.77416040-e1779214677523.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"spacex-reschedules-starship-flight-13-due-to-weather"},{"id":"i3fvhe","title":"TEXAS LAUNCHES NEW STATEWIDE LICENSE FOR MOBILE FOOD VENDORS","excerpt":"The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is now accepting applications for a new statewide license for mobile food vendors, including food trucks, pushcarts, and roadside vendors.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3312","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-17T13:45:08.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T13:30:53.394Z","category":"space","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17968","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"texas-launches-new-statewide-license-for-mobile-food-vendors"},{"id":"yg111x","title":"Valley Voices: Country music artist Romeo Vaughn","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In the latest edition of Valley Voices, CBS 4's Marco Ramirez sits down with Rome Vaughn, a country music artist from Santa Rosa, Texas. Vaughn moved to Nashville to jump-start his music career and has lived there for the past 10 years. But Vaughn has always kep...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/valleycentral/valley-voices/valley-voices-romeo-vaughn-country-music-artist/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marco Ramirez","publishDate":"2026-07-23T18:25:14.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T03:00:54.219Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-23-131839-e1784831875846.png%3Fw%3D460","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"valley-voices-country-music-artist-romeo-vaughn"},{"id":"i3fvh7","title":"BMETRO CELEBRATES RIDERS WITH FREE BUS SERVICE AND CUSTOMER APPRECIATION EVENT","excerpt":"On Thursday, July 23, Brownsville Metro (BMetro) will celebrate Customer Appreciation Day by offering free rides on all BMetro fixed-route buses throughout the day, allowing residents to travel across the city at no cost.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3319","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-20T21:58:20.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T03:00:53.215Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17984","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"bmetro-celebrates-riders-with-free-bus-service-and-customer-appreciation-event"},{"id":"5jbcoq","title":"Rio Grande City police warn of scammers posing as officers in phone calls","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Rio Grande City Police Department is warning the community about scam phone calls from people pretending to be employees of the police department. According to police, the callers are telling victims that they are under investigation and are demanding money ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/rio-grande-city-police-warn-of-scammers-posing-as-officers-in-phone-calls/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-23T16:34:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T02:00:54.463Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2013%2F07%2F21b71e54-6d11-4fd3-a001-2005d0e6b0af-401417_415924455132844_1167839678_n-1.jpg%3Fw%3D267","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"rio-grande-city-police-warn-of-scammers-posing-as-officers-in-phone-calls"},{"id":"j5xy6l","title":"Richard Moore Outdoor Report: Valley Raptors","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Rio Grande Valley is home to more than a dozen raptors or birds of prey, from tiny screech owls at only some eight inches in length to white-tailed hawks with wingspans exceeding four feet. Lurking in the shadowy depths of South Texas woodlands, a Cooper’s h...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/richard-moore-outdoor-report1/richard-moore-outdoor-report-valley-raptors/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Richard Moore","publishDate":"2026-07-23T14:33:04.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T01:30:54.142Z","category":"business","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-23-083201.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"richard-moore-outdoor-report-valley-raptors"},{"id":"6veeqr","title":"Wild card in the forecast: Bertha could deliver Valley rain","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Tropical Storm Bertha is set to continue a westward track toward Texas. The storm isn't expected to get stronger, but the eventual path will bring the remnants of the storm close enough to bring the Valley some rain Thursday night. A chance for a few afternoon ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/wild-card-in-the-forecast-bertha-could-deliver-valley-rain/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-07-23T02:57:04.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T01:30:54.142Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot0_4378f4.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"wild-card-in-the-forecast-bertha-could-deliver-valley-rain"},{"id":"i3fvhc","title":"CITY OF BROWNSVILLE INFORMS RESIDENTS THAT STARSHIP LAUNCH HAS BEEN POSTPONDED","excerpt":"SpaceX’s 13th test flight of Starship, scheduled to take place today, has been postponed until further notice.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3314","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-23T21:07:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T00:00:53.315Z","category":"space","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17971","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"city-of-brownsville-informs-residents-that-starship-launch-has-been-postponded"},{"id":"bs77pl","title":"Bertha, heat and a chance for showers this Thursday evening","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A little bit of everything is on tap for the Rio Grande Valley through Thursday night. Let’s start with Tropical Storm Bertha. The storm made landfall earlier today between Mississippi and Louisiana, surprisingly still as a tropical storm after battling strong n...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/bertha-heat-and-a-chance-for-showers-this-thursday-evening/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marcelo Rivera González","publishDate":"2026-07-23T02:54:51.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T23:00:54.234Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FBERTHA-SET-UP.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"bertha-heat-and-a-chance-for-showers-this-thursday-evening"},{"id":"yc3gfx","title":"Brownsville evaluating permit for proposed data center","excerpt":"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 i...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/brownsville-evaluating-permit-for-proposed-data-center/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-07-22T23:31:53.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T22:30:54.106Z","category":"business","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-22-174511.png%3Fw%3D578","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-evaluating-permit-for-proposed-data-center"},{"id":"u2prly","title":"Laguna Madre Men’s Softball League opens season","excerpt":"By CONSTANCIO MARTINEZ, JR. Special to the PRESS This past Wednesday, July 8 the Laguna Madre Sports Park officially kicked off its Men’s Softball League with an exciting opening night of competition. The league which features men of all ages, is made up of the following eight teams: Swingers, Co...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/16/laguna-madre-mens-softball-league-opens-season/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-16T22:34:50.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T22:30:57.294Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2F2026-darren-cisneros-at-bat-during-july-8-opening-day-150x150.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"laguna-madre-mens-softball-league-opens-season"},{"id":"5d8ifo","title":"Island to open boat ramp","excerpt":"Special to the PRESS The City of South Padre Island will celebrate the grand opening of the new Marisol (Laguna Madre) Boat Ramp on Tuesday, July 21, marking the completion of the island’s first public bay access project in more than 30 years. The ceremony is scheduled for 9 a.m. at 1705 Laguna B...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/16/island-to-open-boat-ramp/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-16T22:28:34.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T22:00:57.292Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F03%2FSPI-150x150.png","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"island-to-open-boat-ramp"},{"id":"d3e1hz","title":"Judge denies motion in capital murder case","excerpt":"PRESS Staff Report A Cameron County judge has denied a defense request to suppress cell phone location evidence in the capital murder case against Rogelio Martinez Jr., who is accused in the 2023 fatal shooting of San Benito Police Lt. Milton G. Resendez. Martinez is charged with capital murder o...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/16/judge-denies-motion-in-capital-murder-case/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-16T22:23:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T22:00:57.292Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F12%2FCameron-County-150x150.png","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"judge-denies-motion-in-capital-murder-case"},{"id":"on369x","title":"Moments In Time: Did pirate Lafitte bury treasure here?","excerpt":"By STEVE HATHCOCK Special to the PRESS Moments in Time is a collection of recovered newspaper briefs and other publications, compiled by local historian, Steve Hathcock, offering a look back at the history of the Rio Grande Valley. Steve Hathcock is a local historian and a regular columnist for t...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/16/moments-in-time-did-pirate-lafitte-bury-treasure-here/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-16T22:02:51.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T22:00:57.292Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2FAI-generated-image-of-Maison-Rouge-150x150.png","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"moments-in-time-did-pirate-lafitte-bury-treasure-here"},{"id":"i3fvhf","title":"BROWNSVILLE LEADERS FOCUS ON EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE AT ONE CITY SUMMIT","excerpt":"Community leaders from across Brownsville gathered at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for the second One City Summit, where discussions centered on strengthening education, workforce development, and economic opportunity through collaboration.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3311","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-16T21:49:26.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T21:30:53.246Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17967","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-leaders-focus-on-education-and-workforce-at-one-city-summit"},{"id":"dhwdli","title":"$2M grant to fund street improvements in Mission","excerpt":"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 support...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/2m-grant-to-fund-street-improvements-in-mission/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:55:49.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T21:00:54.766Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F01%2Fcity-of-mission-logo.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"2m-grant-to-fund-street-improvements-in-mission"},{"id":"i3fvhg","title":"CITY CREWS IMPROVE ROADWAYS AT RIDGELY ROAD AND RINGGOLD ROAD","excerpt":"Drivers in Brownsville can expect a smoother ride as the City's Department of Engineering and Public Works completes a mill-and-overlay project at Ridgely Road and Ringgold Road.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3310","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-16T20:05:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T20:00:53.207Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17966","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"city-crews-improve-roadways-at-ridgely-road-and-ringgold-road"},{"id":"jztom4","title":"Valley Baptist Brownsville unveils new stroke care equipment","excerpt":"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 ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/valley-baptist-brownsville-unveils-new-stroke-care-equipment/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:11:55.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T18:30:54.810Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fthrombectomy-program-ribbon-cutting.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"valley-baptist-brownsville-unveils-new-stroke-care-equipment"},{"id":"i3fvi2","title":"SARONIC TECHNOLOGIES’ INVESTMENT MARKS A TRANSFORMATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR BROWNSVILLE’S ECONOMY","excerpt":"Following Thursday's announcement by the Governor's Office and the Port of Brownsville, the Greater Brownsville EDC welcomes Saronic Technologies to Brownsville.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3309","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-16T18:48:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T18:30:53.241Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17965","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"saronic-technologies-investment-marks-a-transformational-opportunity-for-brownsvilles-economy"},{"id":"60pss9","title":"Community aids in planting trees at Harlingen city parks","excerpt":"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 ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/community-aids-in-planting-trees-at-harlingen-city-parks/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:10:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T18:00:54.395Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Ftree-planting.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"community-aids-in-planting-trees-at-harlingen-city-parks"},{"id":"ehn2em","title":"Bertha may bring rain Thursday but heat isn't going anywhere","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Wednesday was hot. We completely smashed old daily climatology records for the three observation sites of McAllen, Harlingen and Brownsville. Thursday will be hot too, but likely not record-breaking hot. There will be highs this afternoon reaching the low 100s f...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/bertha-may-bring-rain-thursday-but-heat-isnt-going-anywhere/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lexie Walker","publishDate":"2026-07-23T14:28:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T16:30:54.297Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot2_292840.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"bertha-may-bring-rain-thursday-but-heat-isnt-going-anywhere"},{"id":"c7b1kd","title":"Harlingen PD partners with TxDOT to crack down on speeding","excerpt":"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 spee...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-pd-partners-with-txdot-to-crack-down-on-speeding/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:07:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T16:30:54.297Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fharlingen-pd.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"harlingen-pd-partners-with-txdot-to-crack-down-on-speeding"},{"id":"omivf1","title":"Food Bank RGV to distribute free produce in Peñitas","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) —The Food Bank RGV will host a free mobile produce distribution on Thursday. The one-day-only event will be held at Faith Fellowship Bible Church in Peñitas from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., or until supplies last. Participants will need a picture ID and proof of address, w...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/food-bank-rgv-to-distribute-free-produce-in-penitas/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-22T21:52:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T16:30:54.297Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F11%2FAP25314656429416.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"food-bank-rgv-to-distribute-free-produce-in-peitas"},{"id":"nzfhmx","title":"Gov. Abbott appoints Region One ESC Senior Director to state committee","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Gov. 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Celina Perez of San Benito will serve on the state committee that advises the Texas Health and Human Ser...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/gov-abbott-appoints-region-one-esc-senior-director-to-state-committee/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-22T18:14:37.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T16:30:54.297Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FAP25234673148778-e1776956846487_c70365.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"gov-abbott-appoints-region-one-esc-senior-director-to-state-committee"},{"id":"6506fz","title":"Weslaco Police Department invites community to Bike Rodeo & Water Wars event","excerpt":"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 after...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/weslaco-police-department-invites-community-to-bike-rodeo-water-wars-event/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-22T20:56:43.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T16:00:55.136Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2021%2F01%2FWeslaco-badge.jpg%3Fw%3D419","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"weslaco-police-department-invites-community-to-bike-rodeo-water-wars-event"},{"id":"dnhd5s","title":"1 killed, 1 hospitalized in wrong-way crash near Brownsville: DPS","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating a wrong-way crash that killed a Brownsville woman on Wednesday morning. The crash occurred at approximately 8:52 a.m. on FM 511, south of State Highway 48 in Cameron County. Aglae Yunuen Patino, 34, was pron...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local/1-killed-1-hospitalized-in-wrong-way-crash-near-brownsville-dps/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-22T20:02:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T16:00:55.136Z","category":"safety","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FImage-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"1-killed-1-hospitalized-in-wrong-way-crash-near-brownsville-dps"},{"id":"i3fvi3","title":"BROWNSVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION INVITES YOUNG ARTISTS TO SHARE THEIR BROWNSVILLE STORY","excerpt":"Young artists will have the chance to showcase their creativity and celebrate what makes Brownsville special during the 2026 Arts & Literacy Festival, hosted by the Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3308","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-16T15:54:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T15:30:53.174Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17963","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-parks-and-recreation-invites-young-artists-to-share-their-brownsville-story"},{"id":"7kwvz","title":"Investigation underway after decomposed body found in Brownsville, police say","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An investigation is underway after a decomposed body was found in Brownsville on Tuesday, according to the Brownsville Police Department. At about 9:15 p.m., police responded to the 2100 block of Central Boulevard after a pedestrian who was walking in the area c...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/investigation-underway-after-decomposed-body-found-in-brownsville-police-say/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-22T18:00:56.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-23T14:30:54.499Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fimage_4c5a12.png%3Fw%3D794","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"investigation-underway-after-decomposed-body-found-in-brownsville-police-say"},{"id":"tp3djm","title":"Post-ignition anomaly causes abort of SpaceX’s Starship Flight 13","excerpt":"SpaceX experienced a last-second abort during the launch attempt of Starship Flight 13 on July 16, 2026. On-screen telemetry data showed four engines on the Super Heavy booster didn’t ignite as planned, which SpaceX founder Elon Musk said triggered an abort. 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The westbound lanes of Interstate 2 (I-2) are expected to have nightly closures between FM 493 Salinas Blvd a...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/nightly-closures-planned-for-westbound-expressway-lanes-in-donna/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-22T15:13:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T23:00:54.849Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-22-100905.png%3Fw%3D628","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"nightly-closures-planned-for-westbound-expressway-lanes-in-donna"},{"id":"4e9pwe","title":"City of Brownsville approves pay raise proposition for November ballot","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- The Brownsville City Commission voted unanimously on Tuesday to modify a proposition that would potentially increase pay for city elected officials. Proposition A is one of several proposed amendments that will be on the ballot of the special election in Novemb...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/city-of-brownsville-approves-pay-raise-proposition-for-november-ballot/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T03:39:46.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T23:00:54.849Z","category":"government","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F03%2Fcity-of-brownsville-logo.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"city-of-brownsville-approves-pay-raise-proposition-for-november-ballot"},{"id":"x7ayhr","title":"Record heat continues as Tropical Storm Bertha approaches Louisiana","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Wednesday will likely mark day three in a row for some record high temperatures to be tied or broken during the afternoon. With mostly sunny skies, most everyone will break into the triple digits, except Brownsville and the coast. The \"feels like\" temperature wi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/record-heat-continues-as-tropical-storm-bertha-approaches-area/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Craig Verley","publishDate":"2026-07-22T13:49:42.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T22:00:54.871Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot2_88d575.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"record-heat-continues-as-tropical-storm-bertha-approaches-louisiana"},{"id":"1rqh8o","title":"'Let's stay prepared': City of Alamo hosts sandbag distribution","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- The city of Alamo is reminding residents that preparation is key before a storm is in the forecast. Several locations across Alamo serve as sandbag distribution centers. \"Being prepared today can make all the difference tomorrow,\" the city of Alamo said in a st...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/lets-stay-prepared-city-of-alamo-hosts-sandbag-distribution/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T03:31:03.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T22:00:54.871Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Falamo-sandbags2.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"lets-stay-prepared-city-of-alamo-hosts-sandbag-distribution"},{"id":"lvdlag","title":"The Valley is on the wrong side of Tropical Storm Bertha","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- When you're on Bertha's bad side, you can get burned or at least medium rare. Tropical Storm Bertha will be too far north to impact the Valley in any traditional way, but her position puts the Valley on her western flank, where the air is sinking and compressin...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/the-valley-is-on-the-wrong-side-of-tropical-storm-bertha/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-07-22T02:13:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T22:00:54.871Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot0_f102f7.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"the-valley-is-on-the-wrong-side-of-tropical-storm-bertha"},{"id":"1bvrxx","title":"'It has changed everything': Port Isabel families say fear of ICE raids is keeping them home","excerpt":"PORT ISABEL, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Some Port Isabel residents say fear surrounding federal immigration enforcement is changing daily life in their community, with some families avoiding work, delaying errands and relying on neighbors for help. Brenda Jimenez Dumas, who owns a landscaping busine...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/it-has-changed-everything-port-isabel-families-say-fear-of-ice-raids-is-keeping-them-home/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-07-21T23:29:51.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T22:00:54.871Z","category":"border","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-21-182603.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"it-has-changed-everything-port-isabel-families-say-fear-of-ice-raids-is-keeping-them-home"},{"id":"6eburr","title":"Addiction recovery nonprofit launching Valley mission","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A nonprofit organization aiming to help people overcome addictions across the nation is launching its operations here in the Valley. Transformations Program USA is set to open a recovery home in Harlingen to help anyone across the Rio Grande Valley. \"We're not t...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/addiction-recovery-nonprofit-launching-valley-mission/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marco Ramirez","publishDate":"2026-07-21T23:23:36.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T21:30:54.259Z","category":"space","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-21-182314.png%3Fw%3D503","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"addiction-recovery-nonprofit-launching-valley-mission"},{"id":"wz20fs","title":"Six academy cadets officially join ranks of McAllen Fire Department","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Six academy cadets officially joined the ranks of the McAllen Fire Department on Tuesday. 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Simmons said the truck was traveling southbound on Val Verde Road when it drove off the roadway. 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Wally explained that Bernard is a r...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/pet-of-the-week-bernard-the-kitten/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-21T22:01:42.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T14:00:55.811Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fpet-of-the-week-4.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"pet-of-the-week-bernard-the-kitten"},{"id":"vq1b9u","title":"Food Bank RGV seeks donations, volunteers for flood-impacted Texas families","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley is holding a food donation drive and seeking volunteers to support families recently impacted by heavy rain and flooding in Texas. According to a news release, the Food Bank RGV is requesting the following donations: Donati...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/food-bank-rgv-seeks-donations-volunteers-for-flood-impacted-texas-families/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-21T17:35:01.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T13:30:54.105Z","category":"business","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2022%2F08%2FFoodBankTruck.jpg%3Fw%3D640","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"food-bank-rgv-seeks-donations-volunteers-for-flood-impacted-texas-families"},{"id":"aeqvkp","title":"South Padre Island officials celebrate opening of Marisol Boat Ramp","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — South Padre Island officials celebrated the grand opening of a $3 million boat ramp Tuesday morning. 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UTRGV football Head Coach Travis Bush selected redshirt sophomores, linebacker ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/local-sports/utrgv-football-takes-the-stage-for-southland-conference-opening-drive-media-day/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Megan Murray","publishDate":"2026-07-21T13:56:53.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T03:30:54.101Z","category":"schools","localScore":90,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FImage_08143f.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"utrgv-football-takes-the-stage-for-southland-conference-opening-drive-media-day"},{"id":"orjwq9","title":"Movie Talk: The massive scale and scope of Christopher Nolan and The Odyssey","excerpt":"DIRECTED BY CHRISTOPHER NOLAN STARING MATT DAMON, TOM HOLLAND, ANNE HATHAWAY, ROBERT PATTINSON, ZENDAYA, MANY MANY OTHERS ★★★★☆ HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Massive-scale movies have been part of Hollywood's DNA since the beginning. \"Lawrence of Arabia.\" \"Gone with the Wind.\" \"Ben-Hur.\" Jus...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/reviews/movie-talk-the-massive-scale-and-scope-of-christopher-nolan-and-the-odyssey/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-21T18:11:39.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T02:00:54.065Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fthe-odyssey-pic.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"movie-talk-the-massive-scale-and-scope-of-christopher-nolan-and-the-odyssey"},{"id":"x5n7u1","title":"Record heat continues as the Valley stays clear of Tropical Storm Bertha","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — We have two big weather stories: the heat and hot temperatures with the possibility of breaking, if not tying, records, but also Tropical Storm Bertha in the northern Gulf. Tropical Storm Bertha Tropical Storm Bertha is the second tropical storm of the Atlantic ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/record-heat-continues-as-the-valley-stays-clear-of-tropical-storm-bertha/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lexie Walker","publishDate":"2026-07-21T14:12:29.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T02:00:54.065Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Ffadfd5b3-3eb6-4873-bbdd-7ba032b1d900.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"record-heat-continues-as-the-valley-stays-clear-of-tropical-storm-bertha"},{"id":"i3fvgl","title":"BROWNSVILLE URGED TO TAKE HEAT PRECAUTIONS AS HEAT INDEX NEARS 112 DEGREES","excerpt":"Brownsville residents are encouraged to use extra caution when spending time outdoors this afternoon, as dangerous heat and humidity combine to create \"feels like\" temperatures of 108 to 112 degrees.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3320","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-21T19:20:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-22T01:00:53.192Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17985","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"brownsville-urged-to-take-heat-precautions-as-heat-index-nears-112-degrees"},{"id":"kknrbk","title":"Valley cities qualify for the Blue Zones community health project","excerpt":"MISSION, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A global initiative to make healthier choices easier and more accessible for communities is one step closer to coming to the Rio Grande Valley. The founder of Blue Zones, Dan Buettner, discovered five regions around the world where people were living better and lo...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/valley-cities-qualify-for-the-blue-zones-community-health-project/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-07-21T01:09:07.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T23:30:55.537Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-20-184916.png%3Fw%3D585","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"valley-cities-qualify-for-the-blue-zones-community-health-project"},{"id":"5fv5ks","title":"Val Verde Road closed due to major fire in Donna","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- A major roadway in Donna is closed until further notice as a team of first responders work to put out a fire that broke out on Monday night. According to authorities, FM 1423, also known as Val Verde Road, is closed until further notice as crews work to put out...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/val-verde-road-closed-due-to-major-fire-in-donna/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-21T05:08:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T23:00:54.337Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fdonnafire2.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"val-verde-road-closed-due-to-major-fire-in-donna"},{"id":"ej9qv3","title":"Tropical Storm Bertha brings very hot conditions to the Rio Grande Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Tropical Storm Bertha is the second tropical storm of the Atlantic Season and the second storm to form along the U.S. Gulf Coast. Bertha is not expected to develop into a hurricane but to remain a tropical storm. On Thursday, Bertha will encounter land on the L...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/tropical-storm-bertha-brings-very-hot-conditions-to-the-rio-grande-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-07-21T02:14:28.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T23:00:54.337Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot1_d388d6.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"tropical-storm-bertha-brings-very-hot-conditions-to-the-rio-grande-valley"},{"id":"t281t3","title":"US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick visits McAllen","excerpt":"MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — For the first time, a sitting secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce visited the Rio Grande Valley. Howard Lutnick was in McAllen on Monday to announce a $6 million grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA). “You guys have the land. You guys h...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-visits-mcallen/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Brian R Svendsen","publishDate":"2026-07-21T01:30:33.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T23:00:54.337Z","category":"business","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FLUTNICK-MCALLEN.png%3Fw%3D507","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-visits-mcallen"},{"id":"s9y23x","title":"Attorney Rick Salinas announces bid for Mayor of Mission","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Local attorney Ricardo \"Rick\" Salinas announced he is running for Mayor of Mission. According to a news release from Salinas, he filed his paperwork on Monday to run for Mayor of Mission at Mission City Hall. Salinas has over 30 years of legal experience as a tr...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/attorney-rick-salinas-announced-bid-for-mayor-of-mission/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-21T00:12:56.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T22:00:54.250Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Frick-salinas.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"attorney-rick-salinas-announces-bid-for-mayor-of-mission"},{"id":"2efjzt","title":"TxDOT hosts event to collaborate with small business owners","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Transportation Pharr District welcomed a group of local business owners during its annual outreach event on Monday. The annual event was geared towards small business owners, offering a chance to connect with local TxDOT engineers, prime ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/txdot-hosts-event-to-collaborate-with-small-business-owners/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-20T23:08:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T21:00:54.369Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Ftxdot-contracts.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"txdot-hosts-event-to-collaborate-with-small-business-owners"},{"id":"a0ardw","title":"Brownsville ISD approves contract for new superintendent","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Brownsville Independent School District Board of Trustees officially named its new superintendent during a meeting on Friday. The school district approved an employment contract for Timothy E. Cuff following a state-mandated 21-day waiting period. Cuff was n...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/education/brownsville-isd-approves-contract-for-new-superintendent/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-20T23:06:43.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T21:00:54.369Z","category":"schools","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fcuff.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-isd-approves-contract-for-new-superintendent"},{"id":"i3fvia","title":"PICKLEBALL BRINGS FITNESS, FRIENDSHIP, AND FUN TO BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK","excerpt":"The steady pop of paddles and pickleballs has become a familiar soundtrack inside the Dome at Brownsville Sports Park, where players of all ages gather daily to enjoy one of the nation's fastest-growing sports.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3301","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-14T21:29:08.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T21:00:53.168Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17956","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"pickleball-brings-fitness-friendship-and-fun-to-brownsville-sports-park"},{"id":"f9us90","title":"Free medical services to be offered during Operation Border Health in Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Residents can get a variety of free health and veterinary services during Operation Border Health events happening across the Valley this week. The events are happening in all four Valley counties from Tuesday, July 21, through Thursday, July 23. Cameron County ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/free-medical-services-to-be-offered-during-operation-border-health-in-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-20T22:40:41.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T17:30:55.094Z","category":"border","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FGettyImages-2201698070-e1781524831557.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"free-medical-services-to-be-offered-during-operation-border-health-in-valley"},{"id":"q3wjft","title":"Judge signs disaster declaration after first screwworm case reported in Starr County","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Starr County Judge Eloy Vera signed a disaster declaration on Monday following the county's first reported case of New World Screwworm. The case was found on the northwestern side of the county, north of Roma. Starr County Emergency Management spokesman Lenny Fu...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/judge-signs-disaster-declaration-after-first-screwworm-case-reported-in-starr-county/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-20T22:07:45.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T17:00:58.868Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fcows.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"judge-signs-disaster-declaration-after-first-screwworm-case-reported-in-starr-county"},{"id":"i3fvib","title":"BRUSH AND BULKY ITEM PICKUP SERVICES HELP RESIDENTS MANAGE WASTE RESPONSIBLY","excerpt":"The City of Brownsville is reminding residents about its scheduled Brush and Bulky Item Pickup services provided by Republic Services. These services are designed to help keep neighborhoods clean and clutter-free while promoting proper waste disposal.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3300","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-14T16:08:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T16:00:59.183Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17955","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brush-and-bulky-item-pickup-services-help-residents-manage-waste-responsibly"},{"id":"i3fw10","title":"BROWNSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT, DRISCOLL HEALTH PLAN TO HOST FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL FAIR","excerpt":"Families are invited to kick off the new school year at the Brownsville Police Department's Back-to-School Fair, a free community event designed to help students head back to the classroom prepared for success.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3299","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-14T15:27:48.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T15:00:58.689Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17954","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-police-department-driscoll-health-plan-to-host-free-back-to-school-fair"},{"id":"e6vpuz","title":"Man who threatened ‘lights out’ for ICE agent takes responsibility, avoids prison","excerpt":"McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man who threatened a federal agent with “lights out” avoided prison Monday. In June 2025, when U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raided a taqueria in San Benito, bystanders recorded the confrontation — and posted the video on Facebook. 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From Monday through Friday, FM 1015 (International Blvd.) between US 281 (Military Hwy.) and the Progreso Port of Entry w...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/txdot-lane-reductions-on-international-blvd-in-progreso/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-20T21:12:21.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T14:00:59.092Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Ftraffic-alert-Progreso.jpg%3Fw%3D720","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"txdot-lane-reductions-on-international-blvd-in-progreso"},{"id":"yb0aud","title":"The latest at Starbase: July 20","excerpt":"STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- As SpaceX transitioned into final preparations for Starship Flight 13, Ship 40 gave a wave as it was put through a round of actuation testing of its flaps. That afternoon, the chopsticks released Ship 40 and were open and raised into the launch position. The lan...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/spacex/the-latest-at-starbase-july-20/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"LabPadre","publishDate":"2026-07-20T20:27:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T05:00:58.611Z","category":"space","localScore":90,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Flabpadre-july-20.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"the-latest-at-starbase-july-20"},{"id":"b0jggc","title":"Laredo Public Health Department reports 7 cases of cyclospora","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Laredo Public Health Department has confirmed seven cases of cyclospora in Webb County. According to a spokesperson for the Laredo Public Health Department, no confirmed hospitalizations have been associated with the cases. Cyclospora is a parasite that infe...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/laredo-public-health-department-reports-7-cases-of-cyclospora/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-20T19:38:32.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T05:00:58.611Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FAP26189642009611_895152.jpg%3Fw%3D720","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"laredo-public-health-department-reports-7-cases-of-cyclospora"},{"id":"m7ev7a","title":"Congressman Gonzalez introduces bill to protect renaming of Boca Chica Beach","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez on Monday introduced legislation seeking to bring transparency to the federal renaming process. The \"Hands Off Our Boca Chica Beach Act\" aims to protect the site from unnecessary name changes and would require the Domestic Names Commit...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/congressman-gonzalez-introduces-bill-to-protect-renaming-of-boca-chica-beach/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-20T18:21:48.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T02:00:58.341Z","category":"space","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F08%2Fvicente-gonzalez.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"congressman-gonzalez-introduces-bill-to-protect-renaming-of-boca-chica-beach"},{"id":"jaaylj","title":"Free school supplies, haircuts, health screenings at back-to-school expo","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With back-to-school season just around the corner, Driscoll Health is partnering with dozens of sponsors, including the RGV Vipers, to get thousands of Valley families ready for the coming school year. On Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., all Valley families are in...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/free-school-supplies-haircuts-health-screenings-at-back-to-school-expo/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-20T18:14:21.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T01:00:58.343Z","category":"schools","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-20-115535.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"free-school-supplies-haircuts-health-screenings-at-back-to-school-expo"},{"id":"g9pt","title":"The Valley will simmer in summer-time heat","excerpt":"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 ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/the-valley-will-simmer-in-summer-time-heat/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Craig Verley","publishDate":"2026-07-20T14:26:23.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-21T00:00:58.276Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot2_351646.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"the-valley-will-simmer-in-summer-time-heat"},{"id":"u8mp8l","title":"SpaceX reschedules 13th Starship test flight to Thursday","excerpt":"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. 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Edinburg police responded to a rollover hit-and-run accident at the 3300 block of North Sugar Road around 7 a.m. Police say a white Ford Maverick p...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/hit-and-run-rollover-causes-power-outage-in-edinburg/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-19T17:43:41.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-20T22:00:58.269Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FHIT-AND-RUN-ROLLOVER-CRASH.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"hit-and-run-rollover-caused-power-outage-in-edinburg"},{"id":"c1362k","title":"New World screwworm found in calf in the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Starr County officials have confirmed its first screwworm case in the western area of Starr County. Starr County Emergency Management spokesman Lenny Fuentes said the larvae was found in a baby calf. According to a social media post, Starr County officials say t...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/new-world-screwworm-found-in-calf-in-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-19T16:41:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-20T22:00:58.269Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FAP25237540452359.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"new-world-screwworm-found-in-calf-in-the-valley"},{"id":"lv5f9v","title":"Keep SPI Beautiful holds meeting","excerpt":"By JACQI LEYVA-HILL Special to the PRESS A residence at 5804 Yucca Circle and SPI Hardware were named South Padre Island’s July Yard/Landscape of the Month winners during the Parks & Keep SPI Beautiful Committee’s July 15 meeting. The Yucca Circle home received the residential recognition, while ...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/16/keep-spi-beautiful-holds-meeting/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-16T22:15:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-20T21:01:01.412Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2FKEEP-SPI-BEAUTFUL-150x150.jpeg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"keep-spi-beautiful-holds-meeting"},{"id":"3r8hxe","title":"BPD: Man confessed to 8 downtown Brownsville burglaries","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man was arrested in connection with a series of burglaries in the downtown Brownsville area Brownsville police say Oscar Leonardo Urbina, 35, was charged with burglary of a habitation, a second-degree felony, and seven counts of burglary of a building, a state...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/bpd-man-confessed-to-8-downtown-brownsville-burglaries/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-18T16:59:14.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FOscar-LEonardo-urbina-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"bpd-man-confessed-to-8-downtown-brownsville-burglaries"},{"id":"j1suwn","title":"ValleyCentral Weekend Report: Campaign visits and new tech coming to RGV","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On this week’s edition of ValleyCentral Weekend Report, Weekend Anchor Brian Svendsen breaks down all the biggest stories from the week. Starting with the biggest stories of the week, in case you missed them. In a massive announcement this week, Seronic Techn...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/valleycentral/valleycentral-weekend-report-campaign-visits-and-new-tech-coming-to-rgv/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-18T16:19:10.000Z","category":"business","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fvalleycentral-weekend-report.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"valleycentral-weekend-report-campaign-visits-and-new-tech-coming-to-rgv"},{"id":"kosc2u","title":"SpaceX launches a flight-proven Falcon booster for 600th time","excerpt":"A streak shot of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket flying from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station during the Starlink 10-45 mission on July 14, 2026. Image: John Pisani/Spaceflight Now Update July 13, 5:58 a.m. EDT (0958 UTC): SpaceX landed its booster on the droneship. 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John Montemayor said he was drivi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/it-came-to-me-as-a-spear-mcallen-man-survives-bed-frame-crashing-through-windshield/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-07-18T02:51:59.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Ftxdot-debris.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"it-came-to-me-as-a-spear-mcallen-man-survives-bed-frame-crashing-through-windshield"},{"id":"i3fw14","title":"BROWNSVILLE’S CURBSIDE RECYCLING PROGRAM SEES STRONG COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION AFTER SIX MONTHS","excerpt":"Brownsville residents are embracing curbside recycling, with participation exceeding expectations just six months after the City's residential recycling program launched in January.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3295","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-13T19:01:05.000Z","category":"space","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17950","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsvilles-curbside-recycling-program-sees-strong-community-participation-after-six-months"},{"id":"51bqr","title":"SpaceX launches 27 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg","excerpt":"File photo of a Falcon 9 fueled for launch at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. 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Also, the weather won’t be getting in the way of any plans. However, if you were hoping the Saharan dust had wrapped up its visit, not quite yet. 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According to a criminal complaint, the order of dismissal for flight to avoid prosecution, a federal fel...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/federal-case-dropped-against-former-hidalgo-county-district-clerk-state-charges-remain/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-17T21:36:30.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FOmar-Guerrero-May-2013-Booking-Photo.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"federal-case-dropped-against-former-hidalgo-county-district-clerk-state-charges-remain"},{"id":"it40n8","title":"SpaceX targeting Monday for Starship's 13th flight","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — SpaceX has announced its new launch date after the second launch of the year was scrubbed on the pad on Thursday afternoon. SpaceX's website shows the Starship's 13th flight test is expected to happen on July 20, Monday, with a launch window opening at 5:45 p.m....","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/spacex-targeting-monday-for-starships-13th-flight/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-17T17:42:19.000Z","category":"space","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F05%2F65975cf1cfeb53.77416040-e1779214677523.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"spacex-targeting-monday-for-starships-13th-flight"},{"id":"vbtmk0","title":"Multiple agencies respond to house fires in Starr County","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- First responders from Starr County and Hidalgo County provided mutual aid to La Casita Fire Department after a fire broke out in a community near Rio Grande City on Friday. Crews battled three separate fires that broke out on San Eulogio Street. The La Grulla F...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/multiple-agencies-respond-to-house-fires-in-starr-county/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-17T20:45:17.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fstarr-co-fire8.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"multiple-agencies-respond-to-house-fires-in-starr-county"},{"id":"pw7bok","title":"Man killed in wrong way crash in Starr County","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating a deadly crash that occurred in Starr County. The crash happened on Friday afternoon on North FM 755 by FM 1017 in La Gloria. According to DPS, the crash involved two pickup trucks -- a Dodge Ram towing a tr...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/major-vehicle-crash-closes-road-near-la-gloria/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-17T20:17:20.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FTXDOT-Starr-co.jpg%3Fw%3D750","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"man-killed-in-wrong-way-crash-in-starr-county"},{"id":"o395u7","title":"Judge set bail at $1M for men connected to H-E-B shooting death","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two men accused of being involved in a deadly shooting at an H-E-B parking lot that occurred on Thursday in San Juan appeared before a judge Friday morning. After a bond hearing on Friday morning, a judge set bail at $1,000,000 cash surety for the two men, respe...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/judge-set-bail-at-1m-for-men-connected-to-h-e-b-shooting-death/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-17T17:08:36.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-2.png%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"judge-set-bail-at-1m-for-men-connected-to-h-e-b-shooting-death"},{"id":"i3fvi4","title":"BROWNSVILLE RESIDENTS ADVISED TO PREPARE FOR WEEKEND HEAT","excerpt":"Brownsville residents are encouraged to take extra precautions as hot temperatures and high humidity are expected to continue through Sunday, according to the National Weather Service in Brownsville/Rio Grande Valley.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3307","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-16T14:20:55.000Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17962","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-residents-advised-to-prepare-for-weekend-heat"},{"id":"ic5rya","title":"Two men facing murder charges in San Juan H-E-B  parking lot shooting: Police","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Two men are in custody in connection to a parking lot shooting that occurred Thursday morning at a H-E-B parking lot in San Juan. San Juan police Chief Leandro Sifuentes said the two suspects are facing murder charges. The two suspects, who have not been identi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/two-men-facing-murder-charges-in-san-juan-h-e-b-shooting-police/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-17T04:23:14.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-16-140744.png%3Fw%3D791","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"two-men-facing-murder-charges-in-san-juan-h-e-b-parking-lot-shooting-police"},{"id":"piblzi","title":"'We'll be back': Thousands disappointed after SpaceX scrubs Starship launch","excerpt":"SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Thousands of spectators lined the beaches of South Padre Island on Thursday hoping to witness SpaceX's 13th Starship test flight, but their anticipation turned to disappointment when the company scrubbed the launch just moments before liftoff. The count...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/well-be-back-thousands-disappointed-after-spacex-scrubs-starship-launch/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-07-17T03:06:05.000Z","category":"space","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fspacex-launch.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"well-be-back-thousands-disappointed-after-spacex-scrubs-starship-launch"},{"id":"b2kg7f","title":"Triple-digit heat ahead in the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The general trend heading into the weekend is hot, rain-free and turning hotter through early next week. This Friday will see highs in the upper 90s for the majority of the Valley. A mix of sun and clouds with highs peaking in the upper 90s. 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The setup also encour...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/more-heat-more-haze-and-more-dry-weather-on-the-way/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marcelo Rivera González","publishDate":"2026-07-17T02:10:24.000Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F7-day-forecast-7.15.26-with-hazy-days-1-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"more-heat-more-haze-and-more-dry-weather-on-the-way"},{"id":"z0x7v4","title":"Border Patrol encounters dropped in June, Rio Grande Valley Sector again leads","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (Border Report) -- The number of migrants encountered by Border Patrol agents on the Southwest border dropped slightly in June from May, and the Rio Grande Valley Sector continued to report the most encounters. U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Thursday released data from Jun...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/border-patrol-encounters-dropped-in-june-rio-grande-valley-sector-again-leads/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Sandra Sanchez","publishDate":"2026-07-16T21:36:28.000Z","category":"border","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"border-patrol-encounters-dropped-in-june-rio-grande-valley-sector-again-leads"},{"id":"aqg12l","title":"Local, state officials react to Saronic coming to the Port of Brownsville","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Local and state officials are reacting to the announcement that Saronic Technologies, an Austin-based maritime defense company, is coming to the Port of Brownsville. Gov. Greg Abbott and Saronic Technologies on Thursday announced that the $3.2 billion investment...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/local-state-officials-react-to-saronic-coming-to-the-port-of-brownsville/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-16T22:07:06.000Z","category":"business","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-16-113842.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"local-state-officials-react-to-saronic-coming-to-the-port-of-brownsville"},{"id":"qdwfs5","title":"SpaceX scrubs Starship Flight 13","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — SpaceX scrubbed its Starship Flight 13 right after it was preparing to liftoff from Starbase on Thursday evening. The aerospace company posted on X that it is \"standing down from today's flight test attempt.\" During a live feed, smoke was seen surrounding the St...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/spacex-prepares-for-starship-flight-13/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-16T21:45:37.000Z","category":"space","localScore":100,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fsnapshot-2.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"spacex-scrubs-starship-flight-13"},{"id":"p84fpz","title":"Cameron County detention officer accused of assaulting inmate","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Cameron County detention officer has been accused of assaulting an inmate at the Cameron County jail. Angel De La Garza was arrested on Thursday and faces charges of assault causing bodily injury and official oppression, according to a news release from the Ca...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/cameron-county-detention-officer-accused-of-assaulting-inmate/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-16T20:58:19.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fangel-de-la-garza.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"cameron-county-detention-officer-accused-of-assaulting-inmate"},{"id":"7jvpkc","title":"Cameron County jail back in compliance: Sheriff","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Months after the Texas Commission on Jail Standards found that the Cameron County jail was out of compliance due to overcrowding, the Cameron County Sheriff's Office announced Thursday that it's back in compliance. The sheriff's office said its detention facilit...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/cameron-county-jail-back-in-compliance-sheriff/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-16T20:29:01.000Z","category":"government","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2022%2F05%2FImage-from-iOS-2022-05-04T115614.644.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"cameron-county-jail-back-in-compliance-sheriff"},{"id":"pmi1wd","title":"San Juan police investigating shooting at H-E-B parking lot","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — San Juan police are investigating a shooting that occurred inside a car at the H-E-B parking lot Thursday morning. Police say the shooting happened at about 11 a.m. and that the occupant of the vehicle drove to a McAllen hospital for treatment. Police said the s...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/san-juan-police-investigating-shooting-at-h-e-b-parking-lot/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-16T19:32:19.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-16-140744.png%3Fw%3D791","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"san-juan-police-investigating-shooting-at-h-e-b-parking-lot"},{"id":"ie3p1r","title":"Grupo Frontera holds pop-ups in McAllen before hometown concerts","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Grupo Frontera will drop exclusive merch during pop-ups in McAllen ahead of their hometown concerts on Thursday and Friday. The pop-up ends at 7 p.m. on Thursday and will continue on Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 1224 E Yuma Avenue. The Grammy-nominated group...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/grupo-frontera-holds-pop-ups-in-mcallen-before-hometown-concerts/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-16T18:21:48.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F06%2Fgrupo-frontera-7.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"grupo-frontera-holds-pop-ups-in-mcallen-before-hometown-concerts"},{"id":"i3fw1y","title":"BROWNSVILLE ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP PROMOTIONS TO STRENGTHEN CITY MANAGEMENT TEAM","excerpt":"BROWNSVILLE ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP PROMOTIONS TO STRENGTHEN CITY MANAGEMENT TEAM","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3286","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-10T16:26:00.000Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17946","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-announces-leadership-promotions-to-strengthen-city-management-team"},{"id":"i3fw16","title":"CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES ON BROWNSVILLE’S FUTURE SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET","excerpt":"Construction is moving forward on the highly anticipated Sprouts Farmers Market, which is scheduled to open in Brownsville next year.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3293","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-10T15:34:00.000Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17945","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"construction-continues-on-brownsvilles-future-sprouts-farmers-market"},{"id":"i3fw17","title":"MAKE A SPLASH AT BROWNSVILLE’S NEXT DIVE-IN MOVE FEATURING “THE LITTLE RASCALS”","excerpt":"Grab your swimsuit, bring your family, and get ready for a fun-filled summer evening at the pool! The Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to its next Dive-In Movie on Thursday, July 24, at Gonzalez Pool.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3292","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-10T14:16:26.000Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17944","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"make-a-splash-at-brownsvilles-next-dive-in-move-featuring-the-little-rascals"},{"id":"j1pynv","title":"Missing 12-year-old girl found safe in Harlingen, police say","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A missing 12-year-old has been safely located in Harlingen, police announced Thursday afternoon. Police asked for the public's help Thursday morning in locating Shelyn Kendra Flowers, 12, who was last seen on the Fourth of July. Police said Thursday afternoon th...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-police-searching-for-missing-12-year-old-girl/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-16T17:33:54.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"missing-12-year-old-girl-found-safe-in-harlingen-police-say"},{"id":"19iqn6","title":"Saronic Technologies picks Port of Brownsville for $3.2 billion shipyard project","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Saronic Technologies and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced during a press conference in Austin on Thursday that Port Alpha is coming to the Port of Brownsville. \"We are investing more than $3 billion to build out over 800 acres at the Port of Brownsville with the...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/saronic-technologies-picks-port-of-brownsville-for-3-2-billion-shipyard-project/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-16T17:12:07.000Z","category":"business","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-16-113842.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"saronic-technologies-picks-port-of-brownsville-for-32-billion-shipyard-project"},{"id":"5bz8ss","title":"SpaceX prepares for Starship Flight 13","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The 13th test flight of Starship is scheduled to launch from Starbase on Thursday evening. According to SpaceX, Flight 13 will aim to complete similar objectives targeted on Flight 12, which debuted a redesigned ship and a new generation of Super Heavy V3 vehicl...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/spacex/spacex-prepares-for-starship-flight-13/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-16T21:45:37.000Z","category":"space","localScore":100,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F05%2F65975cf1cfeb53.77416040-e1779214677523.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"spacex-prepares-for-starship-flight-13"},{"id":"i5njmn","title":"Saharan dust and hazy conditions continue in the forecast","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Another wave of Saharan dust is on the move again, stretching from Africa across the Atlantic, sweeping through the Caribbean and the Gulf, and yes, more of it is headed for the Valley. As this haze settles in over the next several days and likely into next week...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/saharan-dust-and-hazy-conditions-continue-in-the-forecast/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marcelo Rivera González","publishDate":"2026-07-16T01:56:28.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fmore-saharan-dust-forecast-7.15.26.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"saharan-dust-and-hazy-conditions-continue-in-the-forecast"},{"id":"9lq88u","title":"'We really need it': Salvation Army distributes 150 box fans to Raymondville residents","excerpt":"RAYMONDVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As triple-digit temperatures continue across the Rio Grande Valley, dozens of Raymondville residents received some relief Wednesday when the Salvation Army distributed 150 box fans to help families stay cool during the summer heat. The Raymondville giveaway i...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/we-really-need-it-salvation-army-distributes-150-box-fans-to-raymondville-residents/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-07-16T01:34:36.000Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fbox-fan-event.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"we-really-need-it-salvation-army-distributes-150-box-fans-to-raymondville-residents"},{"id":"gyga6m","title":"Continuing the heat & haze","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The summertime heat and haze will be staying with us for the next few days. Saharan dust continues to enter the area and will vary in intensity over the next few days. We should see a little more of the sun this afternoon than yesterday. 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City commissioners agreed to take more time to further review a draft and input suggeste...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-city-commission-to-further-discuss-proposed-policy-on-public-comment/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-15T23:17:07.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2024%2F01%2FCity-of-Harlingen.jpg%3Fw%3D640","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"harlingen-city-commission-to-further-discuss-proposed-policies-on-public-comment-period"},{"id":"xaipkf","title":"Alton fire crews respond to call of illegal burning","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Hidalgo County Commissioner Everardo 'Ever' Villarreal is alerting residents about the consequences of illegal burning after fire crews responded to an illegal burn call on Wednesday. Crews with the Alton Fire Department responded to the fire near the 6-Mile Lin...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/alton-fire-crews-respond-to-call-of-illegal-burning/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-15T23:11:22.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Falton-fire-response.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"alton-fire-crews-respond-to-call-of-illegal-burning"},{"id":"ko8eop","title":"Former Donna ISD employee takes office as Texas State Teachers Association president","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A former Donna Independent School District employee took office as the new president of the Texas State Teachers Association on Wednesday. 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The community recognizes shrimpers in certain ways, such as the annual Blessing of the Fleet for the ...","url":"https://myrgv.com/alerts-brh/2026/07/10/from-the-archives-the-woman-who-provided-shelter-to-brownsville-shrimpers/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Emily D'Gyves","publishDate":"2026-07-11T04:59:49.000Z","category":"business","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2F040325_Brownsville-Shrimp-Basin_06.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"from-the-archives-the-woman-who-provided-shelter-to-brownsville-shrimpers"},{"id":"4g45j8","title":"Grant funding restored for Valley farm targeted by Trump admin over DEI","excerpt":"HARLINGEN — Diana Padilla is breathing a sigh of relief … sort of. Padilla, executive director of the nonprofit Holistic Organic Practical Education, or HOPE, is breathing a sigh of relief because she may soon receive the $7.5 million grant which the U.S. Department of Agriculture canceled earlie...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/07/10/grant-funding-restored-for-valley-farm-targeted-by-trump-admin-over-dei/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Travis M. 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Texas Rangers and Starr County officials are leading the homicide investiga...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/homicide-investigation-underway-in-la-grulla/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-15T22:29:15.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FAdobeStock_554182553-e1704403846116_bea898_fcf128_e5d2cb.jpeg%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"homicide-investigation-underway-in-la-grulla"},{"id":"rp264v","title":"Immersive experience: Gladys Porter Zoo opens new virtual reality attraction","excerpt":"BROWNSVILLE — The Gladys Porter Zoo opened its new attraction on Friday where visitors can see animals in virtual reality headsets. For seven minutes, four riders buckle up in egg-shaped pods for an immersive wildlife film. A trained zoo staff member helps riders put on headsets. In the “Legend o...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/07/10/immersive-experience-gladys-porter-zoo-opens-new-virtual-reality-attraction/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Montserrat Pagan","publishDate":"2026-07-10T17:44:00.000Z","category":"zoo","localScore":90,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2F070926_Gladys-Porter-Zoo-VR_01.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"immersive-experience-gladys-porter-zoo-opens-new-virtual-reality-attraction"},{"id":"s2qcq4","title":"Judge temporarily allows embattled Brownsville bars to stay open","excerpt":"The Jungle displays a notification from the city communicating its shutdown on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in downtown Brownsville. 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These Scouts may have been tying knots and learning first aid skills at traditional ...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/07/10/mccreery-aviation-hosts-rio-grande-council-scouting-america-stem-week/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Special to MyRGV.com","publishDate":"2026-07-10T16:25:00.000Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2F136702692_web1_Untitled.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mccreery-aviation-hosts-rio-grande-council-scouting-america-stem-week"},{"id":"fk740x","title":"Body of man found in Donna, investigation underway","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Police are investigating after the body of a man was found in Donna on Wednesday. The body of a 34-year-old man was found off the 2400 block of Bonita St., according to Donna police Chief Gilbert Guerrero. Donna police say they received a call from the man's par...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/body-of-man-found-in-donna-investigation-underway/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-15T19:32:31.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-15-161652.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"body-of-man-found-in-donna-investigation-underway"},{"id":"qvguwo","title":"'No one ever gave permission': Brownsville commissioner says city built road on family's private property","excerpt":"BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Brownsville City Commissioner Gustavo De Leon is accusing the city of Brownsville of building a road across his family's private property without permission and using the land as a dumping site for asphalt millings. Although De Leon serves as the city's Distri...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/no-one-ever-gave-permission-brownsville-commissioner-says-city-built-road-on-familys-private-property/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-07-15T02:11:59.000Z","category":"government","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fcity-road-on-private-property-2.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"no-one-ever-gave-permission-brownsville-commissioner-says-city-built-road-on-familys-private-propert"},{"id":"8h9syw","title":"Boca Chica Beach Name Preserved After Federal Committee Rejects Proposal","excerpt":"By DIANTÉ MARIGNY editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com Boca Chica Beach will keep its historic name after a federal committee unanimously rejected a proposal to rename the Cameron County landmark “Cyber Beach.” The U.S. Board on Geographic Names’ Domestic Names Committee voted July 9 to retain the nam...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/09/boca-chica-beach-name-change-proposed/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-09T10:38:29.000Z","category":"space","localScore":60,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F06%2Fboca-chica-1-150x150.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"boca-chica-beach-name-preserved-after-federal-committee-rejects-proposal"},{"id":"k6p6gg","title":"TIFT returns to Port Isabel","excerpt":"Screenshot By JACQI LEYVA-HILL Special to the PRESS The 86th annual Texas International Fishing Tournament (TIFT) will return July 29 through Aug. 2, bringing anglers, families, volunteers, sponsors and spectators to Port Isabel and South Padre Island. 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He ha...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/09/moments-in-time-1853-trade-boomed-along-the-rio-grande/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-09T10:33:14.000Z","category":"business","localScore":60,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2Fimage-150x150.png","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"moments-in-time-1853-trade-boomed-along-the-rio-grande"},{"id":"13e62f","title":"Public input sought on SPI access","excerpt":"By JACQI LEYVA-HILL Special to the PRESS South Padre Island and surrounding Laguna Madre communities are included in a major statewide transportation planning effort as the Texas Department of Transportation seeks public input on its proposed 2027 Unified Transportation Program. 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Leal, who on Monday accepted the ...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/07/07/harlingen-waterworks-selects-bpub-director-for-general-managers-job/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Fernando Del Valle","publishDate":"2026-07-07T22:30:00.000Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2FPREVIEW-Marie-C.-Leal.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"harlingen-waterworks-selects-bpub-director-for-general-managers-job"},{"id":"piny2y","title":"Chase bank robbery suspect identified, pending bail hearing","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The suspect involved in a Monday morning Chase bank robbery has been identified, the Brownsville Police Department announced in an update. Authorities identified the suspect as 45-year-old Eliud Escobedo. In the update, Brownsville police said Escobedo allegedly...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/chase-bank-robbery-in-brownsville-under-investigation-suspect-in-custody/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-13T15:36:44.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F06%2FGas-leaaak-e1769029295242.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"chase-bank-robbery-suspect-identified-pending-bail-hearing"},{"id":"i258r3","title":"Heat, haze and low rain activity this week","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — For the week ahead we'll see hot and generally rain-free conditions. Monday's look for partly cloudy skies with highs in the mid to upper 90s. It is possible some across Starr County could reach the cent mark later Monday. 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Health officials visited the Mercedes Public Library to provide insight on the steps to take and how to administer Narcan if ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/hidalgo-county-health-hosts-first-public-opioid-overdose-awareness-event/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-11T01:40:41.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fnarcan-training.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"hidalgo-county-health-hosts-first-public-opioid-overdose-awareness-event"},{"id":"3oc1rg","title":"ValleyCentral Weekend Report: Continuing Coverage, deep dive and more","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On this week’s edition of Valley Central Weekend Report, NBC 23 Anchor Rudy Mireles breaks down all the biggest stories from the week. Starting with new updates on the Alton teen who is accused of killing three family members. During a hearing on Monday, we lea...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/valleycentral/valleycentral-weekend-report-continuing-coverage-deep-dive-and-more-2/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-10T21:45:06.000Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fweeekend-report-6-6.00_20_33_12.Still001.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"valleycentral-weekend-report-continuing-coverage-deep-dive-and-more"},{"id":"67cztg","title":"McAllen-Hidalgo-Reynosa International Bridge turns 100","excerpt":"Lawmakers and leaders from the Rio Grande Valley marked the 100th birthday Friday of the McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge with a celebratory luncheon that included the mayor of Reynosa and consulates from several countries. 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The testing reportedly caused properties to shake in South Padre Island and Los Fresnos. Louis Balderas, the...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/reports-of-shaking-caused-by-static-fire-testing-at-starbase/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-10T21:04:18.000Z","category":"space","localScore":100,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F05%2F65975cf1cfeb53.77416040-e1779214677523.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"reports-of-shaking-caused-by-static-fire-testing-at-starbase"},{"id":"vpavdu","title":"Semiconductor manufacturing test bed flies alongside Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 launch","excerpt":"A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket soars past the Sun during the Starlink 10-50 mission on July 5, 2026. 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The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast has been lowered to well below normal, largely due to strengthening El Niño conditions expected to peak during the height of ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/el-nino-is-crushing-the-hurricane-forecast/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-07-08T22:14:26.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot0_8e386b.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"el-nio-is-crushing-the-hurricane-forecast"},{"id":"fgi7um","title":"PI legacy lives on through Honduran schools","excerpt":"A newly constructed classroom in Los Manguitos, Honduras, was dedicated in memory of longtime Port Isabel resident Mary Gorball through the nonprofit Hands to Honduras. 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Celebrating 20 years in business, Southern...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/02/southern-wave-cruise-service-celebrates-20-years-on-spi/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-03T04:42:22.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2Fsouthern-waves-150x150.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"southern-wave-cruise-service-celebrates-20-years-on-spi"},{"id":"z41irb","title":"EDC introduces new administrator","excerpt":"By DIANTÉ MARIGNY editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com The City of Port Isabel has welcomed Lori Moore as the new administrator for the Port Isabel Economic Development Corporation (EDC), where she will oversee programs aimed at supporting local businesses and encouraging economic growth. Moore said o...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/02/edc-introduces-new-administrator/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-03T04:39:44.000Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F01%2FPort-Isabel-150x150.png","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"edc-introduces-new-administrator"},{"id":"tq6jzy","title":"SPI Marine Park permit delayed","excerpt":"By JACQI LEYVA-HILL Special to the PRESS South Padre Island’s ongoing Marine Park project will need another month before its joint permit application is ready to be submitted, Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Vice President Gayle Hood told the EDC Board of Directors at its June 16 meeting. ...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/07/02/spi-marine-park-permit-delayed/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-07-03T04:38:16.000Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F03%2FSPI-150x150.png","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"spi-marine-park-permit-delayed"},{"id":"vn94sh","title":"7-on-7 competition wraps up, track continues","excerpt":"By CONSTANCIO MARTINEZ, JR. 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Mercedes City Commissioner, Ruben Saldana, opened the event, stating the city is working to addre...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/rep-gonzalez-secures-850k-for-mercedes-sewer-upgrade/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Brian R Svendsen","publishDate":"2026-07-07T18:16:12.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FVICENTE-GONZALEZ.jpg%3Fw%3D862","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"rep-gonzalez-secures-850k-for-mercedes-sewer-upgrade"},{"id":"eaprz5","title":"Harlingen City Commission considers public comment conduct rules","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen City Commission is considering an ordinance to implement conduct rules for the public comment period at meetings, and some citizens have concerns about the implications. At the commission meeting on July 1, commissioners decided to table discussion...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-city-commission-considers-public-comment-conduct-rules/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-07-07T16:01:33.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-07-104956.png%3Fw%3D873","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"harlingen-city-commission-considers-public-comment-conduct-rules"},{"id":"nxls1t","title":"Diesel spill causes road closure near Progreso Bridge","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Drivers are being advised to avoid both north and southbound lanes of FM 1015 near the Progreso International Bridge due to a diesel spill, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The north and southbound lanes of FM 1015 south of Military in Progres...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/diesel-spill-causes-road-closure-near-progreso-bridge/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-07T17:11:27.000Z","category":"border","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fprogreso-hazmat.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"diesel-spill-causes-road-closure-near-progreso-bridge"},{"id":"hhdy8p","title":"Chase ends with crash on highway, driver in custody","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A high-speed chase that ran from Cameron to Hidalgo County ended with an accident on the expressway. Drivers in Donna are being advised to avoid the area of the expressway and Hutto Road as traffic is backed up due to an accident, according to the Texas Departme...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/traffic-alert-crash-causes-major-backup-on-i-2-in-donna/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-07T16:17:39.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fpolice-lights-002-4_033c41.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"chase-ends-with-crash-on-highway-driver-in-custody"},{"id":"lqnndg","title":"TxDOT suspends nightly road closure on I-69C","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A road closure that was scheduled to take place this week on the southbound I-69C main lane will not be in effect. A spokesperson with the Texas Department of Transportation Pharr District confirmed the details with ValleyCentral on Tuesday night. An interactive...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/nightly-closures-on-southbound-i-69c-in-pharr/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-07T20:01:16.000Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2022%2F10%2Froad-closed.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"txdot-suspends-nightly-road-closure-on-i-69c"},{"id":"ra43bg","title":"Chance for showers, thunderstorms continues through weekend","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Temperatures are a little above normal for this time of year, according to the Climate Prediction Center. And records indicate it will remain so for the next six to 10 days. Highs today will range from the upper 80s along the coast to the lower triple digits out...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/chance-for-showers-thunderstorms-continues-through-weekend/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Taylor Gomez","publishDate":"2026-07-07T15:36:56.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F7_96d28e.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"chance-for-showers-thunderstorms-continues-through-weekend"},{"id":"rf6ers","title":"Driver of SUV dies week after crashing into pole","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A driver involved in a two-vehicle crash that caused his SUV to hit a pole died on Sunday, according to an update from the Brownsville Police Department. Abel Barrientos Jr., 26, died at the hospital on Sunday, a spokesperson with the Brownsville Police Departme...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/driver-of-suv-dies-week-after-crashing-into-pole/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-06T23:10:33.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fphoto-by-jake-sellers-brownsville-crash.jpg%3Fw%3D560","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"driver-of-suv-dies-week-after-crashing-into-pole"},{"id":"i6tigb","title":"Judge denies bail for Alton man accused of killing family","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A 19-year-old Alton man accused of killing several family members was denied bond on Monday afternoon. The judge said Guarav Chopra is a flight risk. Chopa is accused of fatally shooting his father, mother and grandmother inside their Alton home on June 16. Poli...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/judge-denies-bail-for-alton-man-acussed-of-killing-family/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-06T20:39:22.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FMedia-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"judge-denies-bail-for-alton-man-accused-of-killing-family"},{"id":"xct68k","title":"Starbase updates with the LabPadre Channel: July 6","excerpt":"STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- In this week's Starship update, SpaceX is full speed ahead with construction of Starship infrastructure in three separate locations. Also, SpaceX is now testing for flights 13 and 14 concurrently. What's the latest progress with these campaigns? Well, let's dive...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/spacex/the-latest-starbase-updates-labpadre-channel/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"LabPadre","publishDate":"2026-07-07T00:24:35.000Z","category":"space","localScore":90,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Flabpadre-july-6.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"starbase-updates-with-the-labpadre-channel-july-6"},{"id":"u5he32","title":"Keep the heat and bring back the dust for the Valley forecast","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Temperatures will hug the normal high temperatures across the Rio Grande Valley this week. The normal high for the mid-valley this time of year is 95 degrees, while the upper Valley is expected to top out at 98 degrees. If the long-range forecast is any indicat...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/keep-the-heat-and-bring-back-the-dust-for-the-valley-forecast/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-07-06T23:35:44.000Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot0_b2b467.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"keep-the-heat-and-bring-back-the-dust-for-the-valley-forecast"},{"id":"q5h6zu","title":"Vitalant calls on type O donors during blood shortage","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A nonprofit blood service provider is calling on donors to consider giving blood due to a critical shortage of type O blood. Vitalant is reporting that the type O blood supply has decreased to a two-year low since May. Anais Gutierrez with Vitalant in the Rio Gr...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/vitalant-calls-on-type-o-donors-during-blood-shortage/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-06T23:30:53.000Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fvitalant-blood-donation.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"vitalant-calls-on-type-o-donors-during-blood-shortage"},{"id":"xqs4gn","title":"TxDOT welcomes feedback on 10-year transportation plan","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Transportation is inviting all Texans to provide feedback on its draft 10-year plan that is said to shape the future of Texas roadways. The plan, also known as the Unified Transportation Program (UTP), outlines project development focused...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/txdot-welcomes-feedback-on-10-year-transportation-plan/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-06T23:21:00.000Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F05%2F1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"txdot-welcomes-feedback-on-10-year-transportation-plan"},{"id":"i3fw2x","title":"PASSPORT TO DOWNTOWN: SECOND FRIDAY BRINGS WORLD CUP SPIRIT TO BROWNSVILLE","excerpt":"The next Second Friday celebration takes place on Friday, July 10, with this month's theme, \"Passport to Downtown,\" inspired by the excitement of the FIFA World Cup.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3272","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-01T14:38:16.000Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17918","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"passport-to-downtown-second-friday-brings-world-cup-spirit-to-brownsville"},{"id":"i3fw3l","title":"FULL RECONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY ON COFFEE ROAD","excerpt":"A full reconstruction is underway on Coffee Rd. to turn the roadway into a safer, more connected urban street with curb and gutter, a new center turn lane to help improve traffic flow, upgraded drainage, and ADA-compliant sidewalks.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3269","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-06-30T20:36:00.000Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17915","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"full-reconstruction-underway-on-coffee-road"},{"id":"jkr1kv","title":"Food Bank RGV to host free produce distribution pop-up in Mercedes","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley is preparing to host a produce distribution pop-up event in Mercedes. Families who need produce are welcome to attend the one-day event on Wednesday, July 8. The event will begin at 9 a.m. at the Mercedes Dome, located at 1...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/food-bank-rgv-to-host-free-produce-distribution-pop-up-in-mercedes/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-06T23:17:45.000Z","category":"local","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F11%2FAP25314656429416.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"food-bank-rgv-to-host-free-produce-distribution-pop-up-in-mercedes"},{"id":"t5gego","title":"City of McAllen reports crime rate down by 21%","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of McAllen is reporting that it \"recorded its lowest crime levels in four decades,\" according to the latest crime data from city officials. In a newly released Texas Department of Public Safety Uniform Crime Report, data shows a 20.4% decrease in crime ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/city-of-mcallen-reports-crime-rate-down-by-21/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-06T23:16:29.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2021%2F04%2FMCHALL-4.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"city-of-mcallen-reports-crime-rate-down-by-21"},{"id":"xdh6bl","title":"2 adults charged after teen who drank 'directly from bottles' prompts 911 call","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A 911 call regarding minors consuming alcohol resulted in the arrest of a man and woman on July 4, according to the McAllen Police Department. Jeanett Garza, 43, and Jose Garza, 44, were each charged with two counts of furnishing alcohol to a minor, a class A mi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/2-adults-arrested-after-teen-who-drank-directly-from-bottles-prompts-911-call/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-06T16:08:56.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fmcallen-police.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"2-adults-charged-after-teen-who-drank-directly-from-bottles-prompts-911-call"},{"id":"i3fw3m","title":"NEW BROWNSVILLE MURAL CELEBRATES CITY’S BINATIONAL CULTURE AND  COMMUNITY PRIDE","excerpt":"The City of Brownsville was selected to receive a custom mural through the Star-Spangled Texas Mural Competition, a statewide initiative celebrating America250. Brownsville was the only South Texas community chosen for the honor.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3268","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-06-30T19:09:18.000Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17914","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"new-brownsville-mural-celebrates-citys-binational-culture-and-community-pride"},{"id":"6lw85p","title":"Harlingen Junior League to host Repair Cafe, Clothing Swap","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen Junior League is hosting its first Repair Café and Clothing Swap. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, at the TSTC Cultural Arts Center, located at 1825 N. TX Loop 499. This event is free and open to the community, ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-junior-league-to-host-repair-cafe-clothing-swap/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-06T23:13:11.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2022%2F04%2F1040x585-2022-0324-best-bike-repair-stand-838950.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"harlingen-junior-league-to-host-repair-cafe-clothing-swap"},{"id":"16n042","title":"Burglary at UTRGV stadium under investigation, suspects still at large","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The University of Texas Rio Grande Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred at the UTRGV Robert & Janet Vackar Stadium in Edinburg after the Fourth of July, police announced Monday. According to UTRGV police, two male juveniles were detained a...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/burglary-at-utrgv-stadium-under-investigation-suspects-still-at-large/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-06T19:31:53.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2024%2F03%2FUTRGV_Stadium_Rendering_for_Football_2-28-24_1920x1080.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"burglary-at-utrgv-stadium-under-investigation-suspects-still-at-large"},{"id":"x4qudb","title":"Fire officials: 10 vehicles on fire in Edinburg junkyard","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Approximately 10 vehicles are reported to be on fire at a junkyard in Edinburg, according to city officials. At approximately 1:30 p.m., the dispatch received a call about a fire at a junkyard on the 7300 block of East Owassa Road in Edinburg. According to city ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/fire-officials-10-vehicles-on-fire-in-edinburg-junkyard/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-06T20:37:22.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fedinburg-fire-department-junkyard-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"fire-officials-10-vehicles-on-fire-in-edinburg-junkyard"},{"id":"lsgo61","title":"Summertime heat continues for the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) - Our summertime heat will be continuing today with mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies. High temperatures will reach the triple digits from McAllen to the west. Much of the Valley will bake in the upper 90's. When you factor in the humidity, the heat stress level...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/summertime-heat-continues-for-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Craig Verley","publishDate":"2026-07-06T14:18:25.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot2_ff32f2.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"summertime-heat-continues-for-the-valley"},{"id":"j69n4v","title":"Another New World screwworm case confirmed in Crockett Co., cases rise to 31","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Another case of New World Screwworm has been confirmed in Crockett County by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The detection was confirmed on Friday in a domestic sheep, bringing the total number of cases of World Screwworm to 31, according to the USDA confirm...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local/another-new-world-screwworm-case-confirmed-in-crockett-co-cases-rise-to-31/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-05T23:48:48.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F9629258.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"another-new-world-screwworm-case-confirmed-in-crockett-co-cases-rise-to-31"},{"id":"ta02ps","title":"South Texas Health System welcome two 4th of July babies","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The South Texas Health System congratulated two families in McAllen and Edinburg as they welcomed two babies born this Independence Day! Born at South Texas Health System McAllen and STHS Edinburg, Baby Olivia and Baby Carlos came into the world on America's 250...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/south-texas-health-system-welcome-two-4th-of-july-babies/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-07-04T21:17:09.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fbabies.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"south-texas-health-system-welcome-two-4th-of-july-babies"},{"id":"hfu04","title":"Willacy County warns of bee colony at Port Mansfield park","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Willacy County Sheriff's Office is advising its residents to be cautious when visiting the Laguna Point Park in Port Mansfield, as there are reports of a bee colony. 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Owner Andres Rayon and his team have been serving the community with some of the heartiest ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/behind-the-flavor-michaels-burgers-and-more/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-03T01:08:55.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fbtf-image-2.webp%3Fw%3D768","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"behind-the-flavor-michaels-burgers-and-more"},{"id":"enok7g","title":"A mostly sunny, rain-free Fourth of July forecast","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Independence Day will bring mostly sunny, rain‑free weather across the Rio Grande Valley, with afternoon temperatures hovering between 98 and 102 degrees. 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Arturo Flores, Public Information Officer with the Mission Police Department, sai...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mission-police-to-crack-down-on-firework-use-dwis-on-fourth-of-july/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-01T22:07:36.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2019%2F12%2Fe5b68fa3-0b02-4bc2-9f16-3e54b589c079-mission-1-e1624481731360.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mission-police-to-crack-down-on-firework-use-dwis-on-fourth-of-july"},{"id":"tlel7f","title":"'No Refusal' campaign aimed at reducing DWIs during Fourth of July weekend","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office is collaborating with law enforcement agencies to reduce the number of alcohol-related crashes and fatalities this Fourth of July weekend. 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If you plan on going to South Padre...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/fourth-of-july-forecast-to-have-hot-breezy-conditions/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Taylor Gomez","publishDate":"2026-07-03T16:57:08.000Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F4th.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"fourth-of-july-forecast-to-have-hot-breezy-conditions"},{"id":"cnl5i1","title":"Father charged in high-speed rollover crash: Alamo police","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- A father accused of being behind the wheel during a high-speed rollover crash involving a tractor-trailer in Alamo was charged on Thursday. Francisco Davila Jr. was charged with four counts of child endangerment. A judge set bail at $200,000, according to Sgt. ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/father-charged-in-high-speed-rollover-crash-alamo-police/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-02T23:23:24.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-24-171724.png%3Fw%3D433","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"father-charged-in-high-speed-rollover-crash-alamo-police"},{"id":"vbqgy6","title":"Hurricanes FC honored with proclamation from Brownsville and our Athletes of the Week","excerpt":"BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of Brownsville presented an official proclamation to Hurricanes FC declaring June 25 as Hurricanes FC Day. What started five years ago with only five kids is now an academy with over 130 athletes. The 2011 girls and 2012 boys both punched their ticket...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/local-sports/hurricanes-fc-honored-with-proclamation-from-brownsville-and-our-athletes-of-the-week/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Megan Murray","publishDate":"2026-07-03T01:51:47.000Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FHurricanes-FC-honored-with-proclamation-from-Brownsville-and-our-Athletes-of-the-Week.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"hurricanes-fc-honored-with-proclamation-from-brownsville-and-our-athletes-of-the-week"},{"id":"i3fw2v","title":"HEAT SAFETY URGED AS RESIDENTS CELEBRATE FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND","excerpt":"As many families head outdoors for Fourth of July celebrations, health officials are reminding residents to make heat safety part of their holiday plans.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3274","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-02T17:04:27.000Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17920","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"heat-safety-urged-as-residents-celebrate-fourth-of-july-weekend"},{"id":"i3fw2y","title":"BROWNSVILLE OFFICIALS REMIND RESIDENTS TO CELEBRATE SAFELY THIS FOURTH OF JULY","excerpt":"As families prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, Brownsville officials are reminding residents to put safety first and remember that setting off fireworks within the city limits is against the law.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3271","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-07-01T14:21:30.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17917","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"brownsville-officials-remind-residents-to-celebrate-safely-this-fourth-of-july"},{"id":"i3fw2z","title":"KEEP PETS SAFE THIS FOURTH OF JULY: FIREWORKS CAN CAUSE FEAR AND PANIC","excerpt":"While many families look forward to celebrating the Fourth of July with fireworks, loud explosions, and bright flashes can be frightening for pets.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3270","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-06-30T21:17:53.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17916","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"keep-pets-safe-this-fourth-of-july-fireworks-can-cause-fear-and-panic"},{"id":"i3fw8w","title":"CITY OF BROWNSVILLE INVITES COMMUNITY TO CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY AT BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK","excerpt":"Get ready for an unforgettable Fourth of July celebration as the City of Brownsville Parks and Rec Department hosts a night of family-friendly fun, live entertainment, and one of the community's favorite summer traditions at Brownsville Sports Park.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3204","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-06-29T22:22:02.000Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17806","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"city-of-brownsville-invites-community-to-celebrate-independence-day-at-brownsville-sports-park"},{"id":"i3fw3n","title":"CITY OF BROWNSVILLE ANNOUNCES FOURTH OF JULY HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURE","excerpt":"The City of Brownsville will observe the Fourth of July holiday by closing all non-emergency municipal offices on Friday, July 3.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3267","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-06-29T15:58:30.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17909","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"city-of-brownsville-announces-fourth-of-july-holiday-office-closure"},{"id":"24uitx","title":"South Texas congressman trying to get border wall exemptions reinstated","excerpt":"U.S. Rep. 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Cameron County Drainage District #5 crews are working to regrade the North Main Drain Channel, a 17-mile-long ch...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/improvements-in-progress-to-reduce-flooding-in-cameron-county/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-02T22:12:15.000Z","category":"government","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F734403747_1006929598758721_2033005274896561149_n.jpg%3Fw%3D540","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"improvements-in-progress-to-reduce-flooding-in-cameron-county"},{"id":"ohl3qe","title":"Motion to dismiss Weslaco cheerleader wrongful death lawsuit denied","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A judge on Wednesday denied a motion to dismiss the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of a Weslaco cheerleader against an energy drink distributor, according to court records filed on Thursday. A hearing to consider the family's request to recover attor...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/motion-to-dismiss-weslaco-cheerleader-wrongful-death-lawsuit-denied/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-02T17:06:21.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-01-115842.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"motion-to-dismiss-weslaco-cheerleader-wrongful-death-lawsuit-denied"},{"id":"3xywc9","title":"Multiple crashes slow down traffic on Alamo expressway","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Multiple crashes slowed down traffic on both eastbound and westbound lanes of the expressway in Alamo on Thursday morning. 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Rubio has been sitting on death row since 2010, after he was found guilty of murdering his three young children: 3-year-old Julissa, one and a half year old John, and two-month-old Mar...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/john-allen-rubio-to-appear-in-cameron-county-court-in-august-da-says/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Daisy Martinez","publishDate":"2026-07-01T16:39:16.000Z","category":"government","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2022%2F03%2FJOHNALLENRUBIO.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"john-allen-rubio-to-appear-in-cameron-county-court-in-august-da-says"},{"id":"amvgjy","title":"Grupo Control headlining San Benito's ResacaFest","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of San Benito is inviting the community to its annual ResacaFest on Thursday to celebrate America's 250th birthday. 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Runners won't receive a T-shirt, but they will get a finisher medal. Giv...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/spots-still-open-for-harlingens-freedom-fest-4k/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-01T21:33:25.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-01-160931.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"spots-still-open-for-harlingens-freedom-fest-4k"},{"id":"xdicmn","title":"Cameron County Public Health to host kids summer camp","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Cameron County Public Health Department is hosting a summer camp this July to teach kids about public health. 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Gaurav Chopra, 19, of Alton, was previously being held without bond after being charged with capital murder of...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/250k-bail-for-alton-man-accused-in-shooting-deaths-of-family/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-01T14:31:36.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-01-091021.png%3Fw%3D585","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"250k-bail-for-alton-man-accused-in-shooting-deaths-of-family"},{"id":"p2cdpw","title":"14 units, 7 duplexes: Texas GLO, San Juan Housing Authority break ground on new cottages","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Local and state officials broke ground Wednesday to mark the construction of new affordable housing in San Juan. Fourteen new units across seven duplexes will make up the San Juan Cottages, a project directly responding to rental housing losses caused by storm d...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/14-units-7-duplexes-texas-glo-san-juan-housing-authority-break-ground-on-new-cottages/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-01T18:56:46.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-01-133100.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"14-units-7-duplexes-texas-glo-san-juan-housing-authority-break-ground-on-new-cottages"},{"id":"8g67qv","title":"Supergirl: Another tired retread","excerpt":"Directed by Craig Gillespie Starring Milly Alcock, David Corenswet, Eve Ridley ★ ★☆☆☆ HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — If \"Supergirl\" had come out 10 years ago, it likely would have been a massive success. But arriving in 2026, it instead feels like the death rattle of a style of blockbuster...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/reviews/supergirl-another-tired-retread/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-01T18:15:07.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FSUPERGIRL-STILL.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"supergirl-another-tired-retread"},{"id":"j1zsiv","title":"West Coast Falcon 9 launch continues expansion of SpaceX’s Starlink network","excerpt":"The Starlink 17-45 mission lifts off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on June 25, 2026. Image: SpaceX Spacex launched another 24 satellites for its Starlink internet service from the West Coast Wednesday evening. 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It will most likely feel like the lower triple digits everywhere, with heat indices reac...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/hot-and-breezy-with-a-chance-of-showers-through-friday/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Taylor Gomez","publishDate":"2026-07-01T15:30:37.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.unsplash.com%2Fphoto-1518638150340-f706e86654de%3Fw%3D800%26h%3D500%26fit%3Dcrop","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"hot-and-breezy-with-a-chance-of-showers-through-friday"},{"id":"wujdu3","title":"'Illegally confined': Hearing set to determine course of Alton triple-homicide case","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- A hearing is scheduled for a 19-year-old man accused of shooting and killing his father, mother and grandmother inside their Alton home. Gaurav Chopra is currently being held without bond at the Hidalgo County Jail after he was charged with capital murder in th...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/illegally-confined-hearing-set-to-determine-course-of-alton-triple-homicide-case/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-01T02:36:49.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FDocumentFragment_51152530.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"illegally-confined-hearing-set-to-determine-course-of-alton-triple-homicide-case"},{"id":"jf9fk0","title":"'Celebration and remembrance': Brothers to open pet funeral home in Pharr","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two brothers are on a mission to honor, celebrate and mourn pets by opening a pet funeral home and event center. Jason and Jacob De Leon are fourth-generation funeral directors, brothers and owners of RGV Pet Event Center and RGV Pet Cremation and Funeral Home, ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/celebration-and-remembrance-brothers-to-open-pet-funeral-home-in-pharr/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-30T23:17:43.000Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FRGV-Pet-Event-Center-and-RGV-Pet-Cremation-and-Funeral-Home.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"celebration-and-remembrance-brothers-to-open-pet-funeral-home-in-pharr"},{"id":"yvgy8o","title":"Combes nonprofit on a sweet mission to rescue bees across Texas","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A nonprofit based in the Rio Grande Valley is hitting the road to rescue and relocate bees across Texas. 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Computer models hint at another thicker plume on Thursday before clearing out almost entirel...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/a-little-less-haze-ahead/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Craig Verley","publishDate":"2026-06-30T14:22:03.000Z","category":"business","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fslot1_79f80b.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"a-little-less-haze-ahead"},{"id":"1cio74","title":"South Texas ISD Science Academy wins national Esports title","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The South Texas Independent School District Science Academy Dragons are now national champions after competing at the 2026 Esports Series Championship in Orlando, Florida. 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After Dark 2026, the latest series by the South Texas Ecotourism Center, welcomes guests to explore the facility for a n...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/south-texas-ecotourism-center-hosts-free-after-dark-summer-series/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-29T21:18:26.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fstec.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"south-texas-ecotourism-center-hosts-free-after-dark-summer-series"},{"id":"amvw0k","title":"NASA, Boeing committed to Starliner-1 launch despite unclear timeline","excerpt":"Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft that launched NASA’s Crew Flight Test astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, seen from a window on the SpaceX Dragon Endeavour spacecraft. Image: NASA. 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At about 7:30 a.m., Rancho Viejo police responded to a home on the 700 block of Zapata Ave regarding a man...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/death-investigation-underway-in-rancho-viejo/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-29T15:29:11.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FImage-16.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"death-investigation-underway-in-rancho-viejo"},{"id":"owj1r6","title":"Cortino's Italian Restaurant celebrates 60-year milestone","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A beloved Italian restaurant located in the heart of the mid-Valley was recently recognized for its 60-year milestone of service and hospitality, according to a news release from the Mercedes Economic Development Corporation. 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The child sustained severe head trauma and was in critical condition following ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/5-year-old-child-ejected-from-vehicle-in-alamo-expressway-crash-in-stable-condition-police-say/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-29T19:18:29.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-19-200619.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"5-year-old-child-ejected-from-vehicle-in-alamo-expressway-crash-in-stable-condition-police-say"},{"id":"6wz5jt","title":"McAllen seeks input on downtown entertainment district","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of McAllen is seeking input from residents who live, work, visit and invest in the downtown entertainment district during an open house scheduled for Monday evening. City officials say the open house — scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. at the McAllen Chamber o...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mcallen-seeks-input-on-downtown-entertainment-district/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"ValleyCentral","publishDate":"2026-06-29T18:40:33.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fimage001.png%3Fw%3D857","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mcallen-seeks-input-on-downtown-entertainment-district"},{"id":"65g94p","title":"South Padre Island's Beach Waterpark to host summer specials, offer new attractions","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Now that summer break is underway, it’s a perfect time to start knocking out all the exciting summer activities available in the Rio Grande Valley. One of the most fun and iconic ways to spend a hot summer day is at Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island. 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Dispatch received a call about the crash at approximately 9:45 p.m. ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/man-in-critical-condition-after-vehicle-crashes-into-pole-brownsville-fd/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-28T15:08:26.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FBROWNSVILLE-CRASH-JUNE-28-MAP.jpg%3Fw%3D797","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"man-in-critical-condition-after-two-vehicle-crash-caused-suv-to-collide-into-pole-pd"},{"id":"69jnsw","title":"NC murder suspect transferred to Carrizalez Rucker Detention Center, awaiting extradition","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A North Carolina murder suspect captured in San Benito has been transferred to Carrizalez Rucker Detention Center, according to Cameron County Sheriff Manuel Trevino. Homero Martinez Obregon Jr. is currently at the Carrizalez Rucker Detention Center in Olmito, w...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/nc-murder-suspect-transferred-to-carrizalez-rucker-detention-center-awaiting-extradition/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-27T22:24:47.000Z","category":"government","localScore":60,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-7.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"nc-murder-suspect-transferred-to-carrizalez-rucker-detention-center-awaiting-extradition"},{"id":"wfadm2","title":"Sheriff: Decomposed body found in cornfield, investigation underway","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A death investigation is underway after a decomposed body was found in a cornfield in rural La Villa, according to a news release from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. At approximately 9:15 p.m. on Friday, Hidalgo County deputies responded to a call about a ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/sheriff-decomposed-body-found-in-cornfield-investigation-underway/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-27T18:40:32.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fcornfield_461ed1.jpg%3Fw%3D855","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"sheriff-decomposed-body-found-in-cornfield-investigation-underway"},{"id":"49an8q","title":"Telling stories of growth: Inside Farah Mazid Saddah’s writing","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Farah Mazid Saddah is a writer and a poet whose work explores identity, resilience, and the transformative power of the human spirit. 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The detection was confirmed on Friday in a domestic cattle, bringing the total number of cases of New World Screwworm to 26, according to th...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/new-world-screwworm-case-confirmed-in-jim-hogg-county-cases-rise-to-26/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-27T19:54:20.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FAP25237540452359.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"new-world-screwworm-case-confirmed-in-jim-hogg-county-cases-rise-to-26"},{"id":"r7uke9","title":"IVP: Changes to education standards, activists oppose Saronic tax deal","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In Austin, the State Board of Education hosted days of public comment as it weighed changes to required reading lists and social studies standards. Opponents of the changes asked for more local control when it came to the books school districts could assign, whi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/local-political-show/ivp-changes-to-education-standards-activists-oppose-saronic-tax-deal/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Brian R Svendsen","publishDate":"2026-06-28T23:02:29.000Z","category":"schools","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fivp-sboe-standards.png%3Fw%3D508","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"ivp-changes-to-education-standards-activists-oppose-saronic-tax-deal"},{"id":"yb7td9","title":"'We are vigilant': Gladys Porter Zoo works to prevent New World screwworm infestation","excerpt":"BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As concerns over the New World screwworm continue across South Texas, the Gladys Porter Zoo is taking extra precautions to protect its animals while assisting state officials in monitoring the pest. Zoo staff say they currently have no suspected cases of the N...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/we-are-vigilant-gladys-porter-zoo-works-to-prevent-new-world-screwworm-infestation/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-06-27T02:00:10.000Z","category":"zoo","localScore":90,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fzebra.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"we-are-vigilant-gladys-porter-zoo-works-to-prevent-new-world-screwworm-infestation"},{"id":"61zkcs","title":"DHR Health talks treatment during Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A healthcare expert at DHR Health spoke with ValleyCentral to provide insight on brain diseases and treatment as Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month comes to a close. According to Dr. Roberto Alejandro Cruz, the neurology medical director at DHR Health, Alzheime...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/dhr-health-talks-treatment-during-alzheimers-brain-awareness-month/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-06-27T00:30:17.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-26-174144.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"dhr-health-talks-treatment-during-alzheimers-brain-awareness-month"},{"id":"9hl22c","title":"A breezy weekend turns to a hazy mess by Monday for the Rio Grande Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- The weather this weekend will be great for the beach or any other outdoor activities planned. However, there are a few concerns in the air and on the sea. One concern is the heat; daytime highs will push near 100 degrees in the upper Valley while the entire Val...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/a-breezy-weekend-turns-to-a-hazy-mess-by-monday-for-the-rio-grande-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-06-26T23:52:39.000Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fslot0_a91487.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"a-breezy-weekend-turns-to-a-hazy-mess-by-monday-for-the-rio-grande-valley"},{"id":"87ym9p","title":"Starbase selects first-ever police chief","excerpt":"STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Starbase selected the city’s first-ever police chief on Friday. During a meeting on Friday afternoon, the City Commission selected Glenn Bennett — a lieutenant at the Belton, Texas, police department — to head the Starbase Police Department. “I think we’re lucky ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/starbase-selects-first-ever-police-chief/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Dave Hendricks","publishDate":"2026-06-26T21:56:09.000Z","category":"space","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FGlenn-Bennett-Starbase-Photo-2.png%3Fw%3D758","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"starbase-selects-first-ever-police-chief"},{"id":"i7ma2m","title":"North Carolina murder suspect arrested in San Benito","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A North Carolina murder suspect was captured in San Benito on Friday morning. According to the San Benito Police Department, at about 7:40 a.m., members of the San Benito SWAT team, Criminal Investigations Division and Patrol Division executed a warrant for the ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/north-carolina-murder-suspect-arrested-in-san-benito/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-06-26T22:27:50.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-7.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"north-carolina-murder-suspect-arrested-in-san-benito"},{"id":"moq254","title":"Veterans gather at Harlingen VA Clinic Fourth of July event","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System on Friday kicked off a series of Fourth of July celebrations. The first celebration was held in Harlingen, welcoming the community to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. \"The purpose is to celebrate the Fourth ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/veterans-gather-at-harlingen-va-clinic-fourth-of-july-event/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-26T22:07:58.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fva-celebration-.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"veterans-gather-at-harlingen-va-clinic-fourth-of-july-event"},{"id":"7dbuij","title":"Mission family displaced after house fire","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Mission family has been displaced following a home fire on Friday. Crews with the Mission Fire Department responded to the fire on the 1700 block of E. 28th St., where heavy smoke was coming from the front of the home. \"All residents were out of the building,\"...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mission-family-displaced-after-house-fire/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-26T21:59:20.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fmission-fire.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mission-family-displaced-after-house-fire"},{"id":"461cui","title":"New improvements at Andy Bowie County Park on South Padre Island","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Friday morning to celebrate the new improvements at Andy Bowie County Park on South Padre Island. The park features new pavilions, picnic tables, and a walkway beach access with rinse stations. 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Police said the man is 34 years old. The incident occurred at approximately 9:10 a.m. on the 1500 block of Barton Avenue. The ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/man-hospitalized-after-marble-slab-falls-on-head-in-harlingen/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-26T15:35:39.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-26-102916.png%3Fw%3D704","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"man-hospitalized-after-marble-slab-falls-on-head-in-harlingen"},{"id":"cj9x6s","title":"Juvenile driver to be charged in connection with fatal Edinburg crash involving bicyclist","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A juvenile driver has been taken into custody and will be charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash in Edinburg, the police department said in an update on Friday. The driver will be charged with collision involving personal injury or death, a second-...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/43-year-old-bicyclist-killed-in-overnight-hit-and-run-crash-edinburg-police/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-26T14:46:13.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-21.png%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"juvenile-driver-to-be-charged-in-connection-with-fatal-edinburg-crash-involving-bicyclist"},{"id":"nz08z1","title":"Brownsville prohibits renting private pools for events","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With school out and summer underway, the city of Brownsville is reminding homeowners that renting out their private pools is prohibited. Renting out private residential pools to third parties for events violates the city's Unified Development Code, which was ado...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/brownsville-prohibits-renting-private-pools-for-events/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-26T21:18:53.000Z","category":"schools","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-26-154251.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-prohibits-renting-private-pools-for-events"},{"id":"v7k28a","title":"First federal court appearance set for former Hidalgo County district clerk","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Former Hidalgo County District Clerk Omar Guerrero will make his initial appearance in a McAllen federal court next week. Guerrero's initial appearance has been set for Tuesday, June 30, at 10 a.m. before Magistrate Judge Nadia S. Medrano. During proceedings hel...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/first-federal-court-appearance-set-for-former-hidalgo-county-district-clerk/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-06-26T19:08:33.000Z","category":"government","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FOmar-Guerrero-Booking-Photo-Front.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"first-federal-court-appearance-set-for-former-hidalgo-county-district-clerk"},{"id":"heowk1","title":"SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg","excerpt":"The Starlink 17-28 mission lifts off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on June 21, 2026. Image: SpaceX. 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Samantha Vianney Rodriguez appeared in court on Thursday, where she was charged with four counts of endangering a child – imminent bodily injury,...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/bail-set-at-200k-for-passenger-in-alamo-expressway-crash/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-26T17:23:27.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-24-171710.png%3Fw%3D408","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"bail-set-at-200k-for-passenger-in-alamo-expressway-crash"},{"id":"hbxb26","title":"List: 4th of July events happening across the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Fourth of July is about a week away, so ValleyCentral has gathered a list of festivities happening across the Rio Grande Valley. Here are the Fourth of July events happening near you: Brownsville The 26th Annual Fourth of July Salute to Freedom Celebration's...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/list-4th-of-july-events-happening-across-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-26T16:29:56.000Z","category":"local","localScore":75,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2022%2F07%2F0662772d649d40af8afd61da0c963b86.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"list-4th-of-july-events-happening-across-the-valley"},{"id":"4o4x9y","title":"Deputies arrest fugitive with multiple felony warrants in Lyford","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Willacy County Sheriff's Office on Thursday arrested a wanted fugitive with outstanding felony warrants. Jesus Maria Gomez, 41, was arrested on the following charges: According to the Willacy County Sheriff's Office, an anonymous tip about Gomez's location w...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/deputies-arrest-fugitive-with-multiple-felony-warrants-in-lyford/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-26T16:24:58.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-20.png%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"deputies-arrest-fugitive-with-multiple-felony-warrants-in-lyford"},{"id":"6i6vr1","title":"'Full dose of your vacation in one location': South Padre Island food truck opens full service restaurant","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With hard work and dedication, dreams do come true. Local businessman and owner of Pineapple Ninjaz, Jerry Leal, has seen his South Padre Island food truck business grow from the bottom up as he celebrates the grand opening of his first sit-in restaurant this we...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/full-dose-of-your-vacation-in-one-location-south-padre-island-food-truck-opens-full-service-restaurant/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-26T16:10:42.000Z","category":"business","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fjerry_leal_img_2026-06-26_09-27-00-rotated.jpeg%3Fw%3D540","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"full-dose-of-your-vacation-in-one-location-south-padre-island-food-truck-opens-full-service-restaura"},{"id":"ap3mda","title":"Brownsville leaders explain shutdown of midtown bars, dozens of violations","excerpt":"BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Cameron County judge issued a temporary restraining order for a group of bars in Brownsville that were shut down by the city, now allowing the bars to operate temporarily. Owners of seven bars at Sunshine Plaza said city officials arrived around 4:45 p.m. We...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/brownville-leaders-explain-shutdown-of-midtown-bars-dozens-of-violations/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-06-26T04:09:11.000Z","category":"government","localScore":60,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fbars2.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-leaders-explain-shutdown-of-midtown-bars-dozens-of-violations"},{"id":"a8gtf8","title":"Plenty of sun & heat for the weekend","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The weekend is promising some great weather for outdoor activities, as long as you plan for hot temperatures and some breezy conditions. The combination of heat and humidity will make it feel like 105-110 in many areas during the hottest parts of the day, both S...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/plenty-of-sun-heat-for-the-weekend/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Craig Verley","publishDate":"2026-06-26T14:35:16.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fslot3_636a95.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"plenty-of-sun-heat-for-the-weekend"},{"id":"h8c71","title":"McAllen pitch competition to showcase local entrepreneurs","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Eight local entrepreneurs are set to compete in a pitch competition in McAllen. The competition, titled Innovation Texas Demo Day, is a collaborative effort by the McAllen Chamber of Commerce and the city of McAllen to uplift up-and-coming entrepreneurs. \"Demo ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mcallen-pitch-competition-to-showcase-local-entrepreneurs/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-26T01:28:39.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fmcallen-incubator.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mcallen-pitch-competition-to-showcase-local-entrepreneurs"},{"id":"ccolkm","title":"Edinburg CISD coach had sex with student at hotel on track meet trip: Records","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An affidavit obtained by ValleyCentral reveals why a now-former Edinburg High School coach is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student. Christian Roxburgh of Edinburg was charged with having an inappropriate relationship between an educator...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/edinburg-cisd-coach-had-sex-with-student-at-hotel-on-track-meet-trip-records/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-25T16:16:51.000Z","category":"schools","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FCHRISTIAN-ROXBURGH.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"edinburg-cisd-coach-had-sex-with-student-at-hotel-on-track-meet-trip-records"},{"id":"qjcmpf","title":"Warm and dry conditions continue across the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A strong high‑pressure system to the west remains one of the main drivers of our weather pattern through the end of the week and into the weekend. This system, combined with a southeasterly wind flow, will continue to bring warm temperatures and dry conditions a...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/warm-and-dry-conditions-continue-across-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marcelo Rivera González","publishDate":"2026-06-26T01:25:16.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Ftemperature-setup-6.26.26.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"warm-and-dry-conditions-continue-across-the-valley"},{"id":"luvbx3","title":"RIDE-ALONG: An inside look at the Cameron County Sheriff's Office SWAT team","excerpt":"CAMERON COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) – At an undisclosed location in Cameron County, a small but highly trained group of deputies prepares for some of the most dangerous calls in law enforcement. The Cameron County Sheriff's Office SWAT team may be limited in size – about nine operators – but wh...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/ride-along-an-inside-look-at-the-cameron-county-sheriffs-office-swat-team/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Rudy Mireles","publishDate":"2026-06-25T21:31:29.000Z","category":"government","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FImage-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"ride-along-an-inside-look-at-the-cameron-county-sheriffs-office-swat-team"},{"id":"2c5yrf","title":"Port of Brownsville leaders say completed deeper ship channel means more opportunity","excerpt":"BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Brazos Island Harbor Channel Improvement Project is officially complete, meaning the Port of Brownsville can welcome bigger ships with bigger cargo loads. Leaders gathered Thursday morning for a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the project's completion, which m...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/port-of-brownsville-leaders-say-completed-deeper-ship-channel-means-more-opportunity/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-06-26T00:12:57.000Z","category":"business","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-25-175724.png%3Fw%3D746","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"port-of-brownsville-leaders-say-completed-deeper-ship-channel-means-more-opportunity"},{"id":"i3fw4g","title":"RESIDENTS SAY BROWNSVILLE IS MOVING FORWARD","excerpt":"Brownsville residents say the city is moving in the right direction, but they also want leaders to continue focusing on basic community needs such as roads, drainage, housing, traffic, public safety and responsible growth.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3259","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-06-19T17:13:51.000Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17890","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"residents-say-brownsville-is-moving-forward"},{"id":"xcpcj5","title":"'We have no idea what we did': Brownsville bar owners question sudden closures that cost thousands","excerpt":"BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A judge issued a temporary restraining order for a group of bars that were shut down by the city of Brownsville, now allowing the bars to operate temporarily. Several bar owners in north Brownsville say they were forced to shut down just minutes before opening...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/we-have-no-idea-what-we-did-brownsville-bar-owners-question-sudden-closures-that-cost-thousands/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-06-26T00:06:46.000Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fbars.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"we-have-no-idea-what-we-did-brownsville-bar-owners-question-sudden-closures-that-cost-thousands"},{"id":"o4993n","title":"LabPadre provides the latest SpaceX updates: June 25","excerpt":"STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Moving on to the week's testing-related activities, on Monday, SpaceX utilized a rolling road closure to relocate the booster cryogenic proofing and puck-shucking stand from the build site to the Massey outpost. That evening, the Pad 2 deluge system was tested, ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/spacex/labpadre-provides-the-latest-spacex-updates-june-25/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"LabPadre","publishDate":"2026-06-26T00:00:31.000Z","category":"space","localScore":60,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Flabpadre-june-25.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"labpadre-provides-the-latest-spacex-updates-june-25"},{"id":"rtgrz6","title":"PSJA ISD pianist talks about performing at venues worldwide","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Memorial Early College High School pianist recently performed at the Teatro Colón in the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Francisco Rocafuerte, a distinguished Mexican artist who resides in McAllen, told ValleyCentral he has been a collabo...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/psja-isd-pianist-talks-about-performing-at-venues-worldwide/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-25T23:35:38.000Z","category":"schools","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FImage-12.jpg%3Fw%3D540","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"psja-isd-pianist-talks-about-performing-at-venues-worldwide"},{"id":"15ie5k","title":"DHR Health provides fire safety tips ahead of Fourth of July","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — DHR Health is raising awareness and providing fire safety tips ahead of the Fourth of July. Healthcare leaders advise practicing precautions before setting off fireworks and getting the grill ready for the annual celebration. \"Our goal is prevention,\" said DHR H...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/dhr-health-provides-fire-safety-tips-ahead-of-fourth-of-july/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-25T23:19:38.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fburn-conference.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"dhr-health-provides-fire-safety-tips-ahead-of-fourth-of-july"},{"id":"i326ui","title":"Bodies identified in Houston-area death investigation linked to the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences has released the identities of the two men who were found dead in the back of a van that was purchased in the Rio Grande Valley. 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Brandy Kaye Hernandez, 48, of Richmond, Texas, own...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/feds-charge-businesswoman-in-114-million-medicaid-fraud-case/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Dave Hendricks","publishDate":"2026-06-24T21:29:38.000Z","category":"government","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2023%2F12%2FBrownsville-Courthouse-File-Photo.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"feds-charge-businesswoman-in-114-million-medicaid-fraud-case"},{"id":"11s9cy","title":"UTRGV football announces home agreement with the University of Montana","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Athletics Department on Wednesday announced a home agreement football series with the University of Montana. The home agreement is the first look into the Vaqueros' football schedule for the 2030 and 2031 seasons. 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Nichols is part of a group of students at UTRGV's School of Medicine studyin...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/health/utrgv-researchers-explore-new-paths-for-discovering-alzheimers-indicators/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-06-23T02:59:33.000Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-22-211340.png%3Fw%3D671","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"utrgv-students-research-new-paths-for-discovering-alzheimers-indicators"},{"id":"tx8u34","title":"United Way NCC, TSTC, Matt's Supplies team up to build over 120 beds for students","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The United Way of Northern Cameron County, alongside Texas State Technical College and Matt's Building Supplies, held its annual Build-A-Bed event. 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Anthony Peralez, 25, of Weslaco, was charged with indecency with a child, a third-...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/man-turns-himself-in-after-allegedly-exposing-himself-to-minors-at-weslaco-park-records/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-22T22:29:34.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FAnthony-Peralez.jpg%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"man-turns-himself-in-after-allegedly-exposing-himself-to-minors-at-weslaco-park-records"},{"id":"wmpuos","title":"SpaceX launches 3 Block 2 BlueBird satellites for AST SpaceMobile","excerpt":"A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to begin the BlueBird 8-10 mission for AST SpaceMobile on June 17, 2026. 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It is time to enjoy some normal weather for a change. Tuesday is a great example of normal weather for...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/spot-on-sunshine-winds-this-week-for-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-06-22T23:22:57.000Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fslot0_652412.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"spot-on-sunshine-winds-this-week-for-the-valley"},{"id":"6cbnh5","title":"Edcouch man dies after being pulled from water at South Padre Island","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An Edcouch man died after being pulled from the water at Cameron County Beach Access #5 on Sunday, according to a news release from the Cameron County Park Ranger Division. At approximately 5:05 p.m., Cameron County Park Rangers were dispatched to 1-mile north o...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/edcouch-man-dies-after-being-pulled-from-water-at-south-padre-island/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-22T19:06:37.000Z","category":"government","localScore":60,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F03%2Fbeach-3.jpg%3Fw%3D755","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"edcouch-man-dies-after-being-pulled-from-water-at-south-padre-island"},{"id":"i3fw4o","title":"BCIC OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR BIG LIFT SMALL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM IN DISTRICT 1","excerpt":"Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation is now accepting applications for the BIG LIFT Small Business Improvement Grant Program in District 1.","url":"https://www.brownsvilletx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=3251","source":"City of Brownsville","author":"City of Brownsville","publishDate":"2026-06-16T19:15:28.000Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownsvilletx.gov%2FImageRepository%2FDocument%3FdocumentID%3D17880","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"bcic-opens-applications-for-big-lift-small-business-improvement-grant-program-in-district-1"},{"id":"7bo8ik","title":"Harlingen named 2026 All-America City finalist","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Harlingen was named a 2026 All-America City finalist. 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The workshop will allow residents to provide direct feedback to Brownsville city leaders about the proposed budget. City officials...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/brownsville-to-host-community-budget-meeting-invites-feedback/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-22T22:57:26.000Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F03%2Fcity-of-brownsville-logo.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-to-host-community-budget-meeting-invites-feedback"},{"id":"upl0ib","title":"Food Bank RGV hosts summer match campaign","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) —The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley is on a mission to make meals accessible to children on summer break. This summer, the Food Bank RGV is hosting a match campaign with the Carl C. 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Francisco Santana Jr., 17, of Pharr, is wanted on a charge of aggravated robbery, a first-degree felony, accor...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mcallen-police-seek-teen-suspect-in-armed-robbery-investigation/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-06-22T18:47:04.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FFrancisco-Santana-Jr.jpg%3Fw%3D847","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mcallen-police-seek-teen-suspect-in-armed-robbery-investigation"},{"id":"tn8knp","title":"Workforce Solutions, local organizations host HireAbility forum","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Workforce Solutions Lower Rio Grande Valley is partnering with the Disability Chamber of Commerce – RGV, McAllen Economic Development Corporation, and the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its 2026 Employer HireAbility Forum on Tuesday. 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The closures are planned for the northbound and southbound I-69E frontage roads between FM 732 in San Benito and FM 511...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/daytime-lane-ramp-closures-planned-between-san-benito-and-olmito/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-22T16:00:57.000Z","category":"business","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FTraffic-Alert-Cameron-County.jpg%3Fw%3D720","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"daytime-lane-ramp-closures-planned-between-san-benito-and-olmito"},{"id":"1qeirs","title":"Hearing set for motion to dismiss Weslaco cheerleader wrongful death lawsuit","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A hearing has been set after Glazer's Beer and Beverage of Texas, an energy drink distributor accused in the death of a Weslaco cheerleader, filed a motion to dismiss the wrongful death lawsuit filed against it earlier this month. The hearing is set for 8 a.m. J...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/hearing-set-for-motion-to-dismiss-weslaco-cheerleader-wrongful-death-lawsuit/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-06-22T15:14:47.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-01-115842.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"hearing-set-for-motion-to-dismiss-weslaco-cheerleader-wrongful-death-lawsuit"},{"id":"x9qa0s","title":"A few dry days ahead","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — We are settling in for a period of hot and dry days thanks to an upper-level area of high pressure in West Texas. While some record heat may be an issue for West Texas and New Mexico, the main influence for us will be to push most of the rain chances [...]","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/a-few-dry-days-ahead/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Craig Verley","publishDate":"2026-06-22T14:45:22.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fslot2_d979fa.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"a-few-dry-days-ahead"},{"id":"2jncq0","title":"Vaqueros BBQ Sauce to hit H-E-B shelves","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's Vaquero BBQ sauce officially launched during the grand reopening of the H-E-B on Freddy Gonzalez in Edinburg on Saturday. The sauce will hit H-E-B shelves on July 22, according to UTRGV Athletics. The man behind Jank G...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/vaqueros-bbq-sauce-to-hit-h-e-b-shelves/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-22T14:41:34.000Z","category":"space","localScore":100,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-22-085800.png%3Fw%3D660","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"vaqueros-bbq-sauce-to-hit-h-e-b-shelves"},{"id":"tdwrua","title":"Cameron County murder suspect arrested in Eagle Pass: Police","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Cameron County man wanted on charges of murder was arrested in Eagle Pass, according to the Eagle Pass Police Department. 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Jose Fidencio Luna Ramirez, 40, was arrested and charged with two counts of collision involving se...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/accused-driver-in-alamo-hit-and-run-to-appear-in-court/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-20T21:11:21.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fsnapshot-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"accused-driver-in-alamo-hit-and-run-appears-in-court"},{"id":"olgrzz","title":"Deputies find dog with severe facial injuries, no food, green water; Man arrested","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A 66-year-old man is facing animal cruelty charges after deputies discovered a German Shepherd with severe facial injuries, no food and dark green water, according to a news release from the Cameron County Sheriff's Office. 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To meet a growing demand for literary events and strengthen the local reading community, Three Sisters Co., founded by Maria, Linda and Nayelli Garcia, is laun...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/06/18/a-valley-of-readers-three-sisters-to-host-south-texas-biggest-book-market/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Alexandrea Bailey","publishDate":"2026-06-18T23:25:00.000Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F06%2F061626.BOOK-BABES-.-dl-001.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"a-valley-of-readers-three-sisters-to-host-south-texas-biggest-book-market"},{"id":"7ngrja","title":"BPUB announces scholarship recipients, students receiving $2,000 each","excerpt":"The Brownsville Public Utilities Board has awarded 11 graduating high school seniors with Project SHARE Scholarships of $2,000 each to help pay the cost of attending an accredited university this fall. 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Fortunately, this region received little more than welcome rain and unwelcome mosquitoes, and the system moved further ...","url":"https://myrgv.com/alerts-mcm/2026/06/18/editorial-learning-about-sea-turtles-can-help-valley-residents-appreciate-our-environment/","source":"MyRGV","author":"AIM Media Texas Editorial Board","publishDate":"2026-06-18T19:20:00.000Z","category":"local","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F02%2F20220208_Sea-Turtle-Release_03-scaled.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"editorial-learning-about-sea-turtles-can-help-valley-residents-appreciate-our-environment"},{"id":"tz07f3","title":"Four represent RGV at THSBCA All-Star Game","excerpt":"Bryan Ramos | Staff Writer This year’s Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Game in Round Rock included three Rio Grande Valley standouts and one head coach, as the best from across the state took the field for one last time at Dell Diamond. La Joya Palmview head coach Manuel G...","url":"https://myrgv.com/rgvsports/2026/06/18/four-represent-rgv-at-thsbca-all-star-game/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Staff Report","publishDate":"2026-06-18T17:25:01.000Z","category":"schools","localScore":60,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F06%2FIMG_4649.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"four-represent-rgv-at-thsbca-all-star-game"},{"id":"vknqr7","title":"Thursday bridge inspection will impact Harlingen-to-McAllen motorists","excerpt":"This file photo shows the Harlingen Interchange in the foreground as traffic flows. (Maricela Rodriguez/Valley Morning Star) UPDATE (12:16 p.m. Thursday): TxDOT officials said the closure has concluded and the flyover is reopened. 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He did not initially plan on applying for the p...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/06/17/brownsville-appoints-interim-city-manager-alan-guard-to-permanent-position/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Montserrat Pagan","publishDate":"2026-06-17T23:27:00.000Z","category":"government","localScore":30,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F06%2FPREVIEW-Alan-Guard.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"brownsville-appoints-interim-city-manager-alan-guard-to-permanent-position"},{"id":"7z5zjx","title":"Deadly heat: Leftover moisture fueling dangerous feels-like temps","excerpt":"Hot on the heels of the extreme rainfall that swamped much of the region early this week comes extreme heat, now that the low-pressure system partly responsible for all that rain has departed. 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Over 30 people shared public statements at the meeting in support or opposition...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/06/16/cameron-county-approves-tax-abatement-for-ai-shipyard-dubbed-port-alpha/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Montserrat Pagan","publishDate":"2026-06-16T23:30:00.000Z","category":"government","localScore":60,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F06%2F060226_CC-Meeting-Saronic_05.jpeg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"cameron-county-approves-tax-abatement-for-ai-shipyard-dubbed-port-alpha"},{"id":"dm9b77","title":"Man pleads guilty to role in street race that killed BISD security guard","excerpt":"A 25-year-old man on Monday reached a plea deal with prosecutors over his role in a street race that ended in a one-vehicle crash that killed a Brownsville ISD security officer. Jose Reyna III pleaded guilty to collision involving death, court records show. 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After years of planning, city officials worked with Fender’s family to open the museum on Saturday, when country star Rick Trevino joined Max Bac...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/06/16/soul-of-south-texas-freddy-fender-museum-opens-in-san-benito/","source":"MyRGV","author":"Fernando Del Valle","publishDate":"2026-06-16T23:22:00.000Z","category":"local","localScore":45,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F06%2F061326_Freddy-Fender-Museum_03.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"soul-of-south-texas-freddy-fender-museum-opens-in-san-benito"},{"id":"ccj4r9","title":"Sandbags are being distributed throughout Rio Grande Valley amid flood watch","excerpt":"The National Weather Service Brownsville/Rio Grande Valley office has issued a flood watch for all of Deep South Texas from Monday through Wednesday morning, and local municipalities have responded with sandbag distributions. 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Staarz, a 25-year-old Los Fresnos native, recently had her cover of \"Therefore I Am\" by Billie ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/be-proud-of-where-youre-from-and-just-do-big-things-los-fresnos-artist-staarz-on-the-rise/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-18T22:45:15.000Z","category":"local","localScore":60,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-15.png%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"be-proud-of-where-youre-from-and-just-do-big-things-los-fresnos-artist-staarz-on-the-rise"},{"id":"mwzehr","title":"San Benito family produces nation's first cotton bale of the year","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A San Benito family was recognized for harvesting the first bale of cotton in the United States of 2026. 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The downtown circulator is a new service in an effort to help visitors navigate downtown, reduce congestion and u...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/new-bus-service-helps-visitors-around-downtown-mcallen-at-no-cost/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-06-19T02:36:38.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fmcallen-circulator.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"new-bus-service-helps-visitors-around-downtown-mcallen-at-no-cost"},{"id":"322rc5","title":"Dangerous heat cooking the Valley turns to a nice, normal weekend","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Temperature and humidity combine to make the Rio Grande Valley mighty miserable when those conditions push the (feel like) temperature near 130 degrees. 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Apolonio Perez, 39, of Mission was charged with murder, a first-degree felony; intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle, a second-degree felony; ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/motorcyclist-charged-with-murder-intoxication-manslaughter-in-mission-crash/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-06-19T00:17:12.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FDocumentFragment_51105018.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"motorcyclist-charged-with-murder-intoxication-manslaughter-in-mission-crash"},{"id":"wk4fxv","title":"4Ever Family: Mia & Mi Alma","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Every week, CBS4 works to find a forever home for a Rio Grande Valley foster child as part of our “4Ever Family” partnership with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. 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Ricardo Arispe Chavez, of Mission, was charged with violating veterinary regulations, a Class A misdemean...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mission-man-accused-of-posing-as-vet-injecting-dog-for-150/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Alejandra Yañez","publishDate":"2026-06-18T17:21:32.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FDocumentFragment_50875114.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mission-man-accused-of-posing-as-vet-injecting-dog-for-150"},{"id":"vjdqrm","title":"Mission opens cooling center amid extreme heat warning","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With a heat spike sending temperatures into the triple digits on Thursday, the city of Mission has opened a cooling center to help residents find relief. Residents are welcome to use the air-conditioned space at the Mission Parks & Recreation Building located at...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mission-opens-cooling-center-amid-extreme-heat-warning/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-06-18T16:51:28.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2024%2F07%2F668e5dc1b8b7f0.85556023.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mission-opens-cooling-center-amid-extreme-heat-warning"},{"id":"j4hg8x","title":"Thursday's heat index to push 120-degree mark","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A strong subsidence pattern, where large‑scale sinking air warms as it compresses, is driving temperatures sharply upward across the Valley. This setup produces extremely hot conditions, with heat index values climbing even higher. Forecast highs for tomorrow a...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/thursdays-heat-index-to-push-120-degree-mark/","source":"ValleyCentral","author":"Marcelo Rivera González","publishDate":"2026-06-18T02:15:17.000Z","category":"local","localScore":15,"priority":2,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FEXTREME-HEAT-WARNING-6.18.26.jpg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"thursdays-heat-index-to-push-120-degree-mark"},{"id":"nenva3","title":"SpaceX launches Starlink mission from Cape Canaveral as stock trades on the Nasdaq for first time","excerpt":"A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on June 12, 2026, on the Starlink 10-54 mission. Image: John Pisani/Spaceflight Now Update June 12, 9:53 a.m. EDT (1353 UTC): SpaceX confirmed satellite deployment. 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According to Port Isabel City Manager Jared Hockema, the Port Isabel Volunteer Fire Department was dispatc...","url":"https://www.portisabelsouthpadre.com/2026/06/11/early-morning-fire-destroys-four-boats/","source":"Port Isabel Press","author":"Editor","publishDate":"2026-06-12T00:29:58.000Z","category":"safety","localScore":15,"priority":3,"image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.portisabelsouthpadre.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F06%2Fport-isabel-fire-photo-2-150x150.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"early-morning-fire-destroys-four-boats"},{"id":"7zu3sa","title":"Navigation district explores growth","excerpt":"By JACQI LEYVA-HILL Special to the PRESS The Port Isabel-San Benito Navigation District Board of Commissioners discussed future growth opportunities, property boundaries and grant funding during its June 4 regular meeting. 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As water evaporates, out of the soil, humidity will increase. 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The survey aims t...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-15-132002.png%3Fw%3D697","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"cx18b7","id":"cx18b7","title":"New festival at Cameron County Amphitheater bringing Baby Bash, Fuel to South Padre Island","slug":"new-festival-at-cameron-county-amphitheater-bringing-baby-bash-fuel-to-south-padre-island","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"government","publishDate":"2026-06-16T23:24:30.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/new-festival-at-cameron-county-amphitheater-bringing-baby-bash-fuel-to-south-padre-island/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — R&B artist Baby Bash and the rock band Fuel are among the notable artists coming to a new festival at the Cameron County Amphitheater on South Padre Island. 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The alert was first issued on Friday, affecting approximately 48 customers along Glasscock Road, Cynthia Lane and East Silverbell Stre...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fimage_a664e7.png%3Fw%3D768","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"deeuo0","id":"deeuo0","title":"Cameron County commissioners approve Saronic Tech tax break","slug":"cameron-county-commissioners-approve-saronic-tech-tax-break","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"government","publishDate":"2026-06-16T19:40:11.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/cameron-county-commissioners-approve-saronic-tech-tax-break/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Commissioners approved a tax break for Saronic Technologies, an Austin-based maritime defense technology company, during a Tuesday court meeting. The company is considering the Port of Brownsville as the site of a $3.2 billion shipyard project cal...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-16-142112.png%3Fw%3D679","author":"Shirley Escobedo","localScore":75,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"c0bxrx","id":"c0bxrx","title":"Bail set at $100K for San Benito man arrested on child sex charge","slug":"bail-set-at-100k-for-san-benito-man-arrested-on-child-sex-charge","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-16T18:15:32.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local/bail-set-at-100k-for-san-benito-man-arrested-on-child-sex-charge/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A judge on Monday set bail at $100,000 for a San Benito man arrested over the weekend on a child sex charge. 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Jose Luis Falcon was charged with murder, a first-degree felony, on Monday. A judge set bail at $2 million. According to the crimina...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-4.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"z0yiuu","id":"z0yiuu","title":"Rio Grande Valley included in Gov. Abbott's disaster declaration","slug":"rio-grande-valley-included-in-gov-abbott-s-disaster-declaration","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-16T15:33:35.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/rio-grande-valley-included-in-gov-abbotts-disaster-declaration/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties, including all four counties in the Rio Grande Valley. Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, and Willacy were included in the governor's declaration as severe storms swept through the state. \"Tex...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FAP25234673148778-e1776956846487.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":45,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"z6wa7j","id":"z6wa7j","title":"Overnight fire at Brownsville plaza under investigation","slug":"overnight-fire-at-brownsville-plaza-under-investigation","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-16T15:06:09.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/overnight-fire-at-brownsville-plaza-under-investigation/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An overnight fire at Wellington Plaza in Brownsville is under investigation, according to the Brownsville Fire Department. 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Additional rounds of rain are ex...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FFuturecast-6.15.26.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Marcelo Rivera González","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"xa7e1","id":"xa7e1","title":"Second arrest made in Hidalgo County gold robbery case","slug":"second-arrest-made-in-hidalgo-county-gold-robbery-case","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-16T00:35:17.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/second-arrest-made-in-hidalgo-county-gold-robbery-case/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A second man was arrested in connection with an aggravated robbery investigation where a couple was attacked while purchasing gold, according to an updated news release from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. Brandon Vasquez, 24, was charged with two counts of...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FBrandon-Vasquez.jpg%3Fw%3D800","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"3m25d0","id":"3m25d0","title":"Harlingen airport to offer seasonal nonstop flights to Chicago O'Hare","slug":"harlingen-airport-to-offer-seasonal-nonstop-flights-to-chicago-o-hare","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"business","publishDate":"2026-06-15T23:02:37.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-airport-to-offer-seasonal-nonstop-flights-to-chicago-ohare/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Valley International Airport on Monday announced the return of seasonal nonstop service between Harlingen and Chicago O'Hare International Airport through American Airlines. The new route will operate every Saturday from Dec. 19, 2026, through Jan. 10, 2027, acc...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2020%2F02%2F03c3c012-bbef-49c0-ba1f-53f1d7062e4b-ValleyInternationalAirportinHarlingenSourceCBS4-1.jpg%3Fw%3D569","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"a3ld1","id":"a3ld1","title":"Valley school districts cancel summer classes due to weather","slug":"valley-school-districts-cancel-summer-classes-due-to-weather","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"schools","publishDate":"2026-06-15T22:22:38.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/valley-school-districts-cancel-summer-classes-due-to-weather/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — School districts across the Valley have canceled summer school classes and activities scheduled for Tuesday due to expected heavy rains and possible local flooding. According to the Valley Storm Team, rain totals will average 3-6″ for the Valley; however, slow-m...","image":"","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"mule0m","id":"mule0m","title":"City of La Feria opens safe shelter","slug":"city-of-la-feria-opens-safe-shelter","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-15T22:08:38.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/city-of-la-feria-opens-safe-shelter/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of La Feria opened a safe shelter for residents on Monday afternoon. The shelter, located at 1001 Pancho Maples Dr., opened at 5 p.m. on Monday and will remain open until 5 p.m. on Tuesday. The shelter will provide sleeping cots for the community. Offic...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2F724407903_1462646505905712_5345981193011196605_n.jpg%3Fw%3D483","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"rhee8g","id":"rhee8g","title":"McAllen launches new emergency notification system","slug":"mcallen-launches-new-emergency-notification-system","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"space","publishDate":"2026-06-15T21:38:35.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mcallen-launches-new-emergency-notification-system/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of McAllen announced Monday the launch of a new emergency notification system that will provide residents with real-time alerts via phone and email. The new alert system is powered by Everbridge and will deliver real-time alerts for emergencies, includi...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2F903769d8-54f8-4b0d-842e-68aa004d4a47.png%3Fw%3D719","author":"Shirley Escobedo","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"16vlna","id":"16vlna","title":"Alamo mother admits to witnessing husband strike child with horse whip: Sheriff","slug":"alamo-mother-admits-to-witnessing-husband-strike-child-with-horse-whip-sheriff","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-15T21:25:14.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/alamo-mother-admits-to-witnessing-husband-strike-child-with-horse-whip-sheriff/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A mother was arrested and charged in connection with an investigation accusing her husband of striking a child with a horse whip, according to an update from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. Maria Munoz Coria, 25, of Alamo, was charged with failure to report...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FMaria-Munoz.jpg%3Fw%3D800","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"3qtray","id":"3qtray","title":"Man arrested on murder charge in connection with deadly neighbor dispute in Rio Grande City","slug":"man-arrested-on-murder-charge-in-connection-with-deadly-neighbor-dispute-in-rio-grande-city","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"space","publishDate":"2026-06-15T19:47:33.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/man-arrested-on-murder-charge-in-connection-with-deadly-neighbor-dispute-in-rio-grande-city/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man has been arrested on a murder charge in connection with a deadly neighbor dispute, according to Rio Grande City police Chief Jose Solis. Jose Luis Falcon was arrested on a charge of murder, a first-degree felony, on Saturday, Starr County jail records show...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-4.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"wn6oh5","id":"wn6oh5","title":"City of Harlingen unveils high-water rescue vehicles","slug":"city-of-harlingen-unveils-high-water-rescue-vehicles","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-15T19:35:48.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/city-of-harlingen-unveils-high-water-rescue-vehicles/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With the entire Rio Grande Valley under a flood watch through Thursday, the city of Harlingen appears to be prepared for any emergency events, unveiling video of four high-water rescue vehicles on Monday. According to the city, the vehicles will help first respo...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-15-133348.png%3Fw%3D766","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":45,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"3iaf5l","id":"3iaf5l","title":"WATCH: People rescued from flooded Weslaco neighborhood","slug":"watch-people-rescued-from-flooded-weslaco-neighborhood","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-15T19:34:25.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/watch-people-rescued-from-flooded-weslaco-neighborhood/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — People and pets are being rescued from a Weslaco neighborhood on Monday as the area experiences flooding following heavy rainfall. Video shows Weslaco emergency crews assisting people from a neighborhood on Paisano Lane. Earlier Monday, Weslaco Mayor Adrian Gonz...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-15-132002.png%3Fw%3D697","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"ajl45h","id":"ajl45h","title":"WATCH: Car catches fire after crash on La Feria expressway","slug":"watch-car-catches-fire-after-crash-on-la-feria-expressway","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-15T17:26:04.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/watch-car-catches-fire-after-crash-on-la-feria-expressway/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A vehicle caught fire after being involved in a three-vehicle crash on Monday morning on the eastbound expressway, according to the La Feria Police Department. At approximately 9:31 a.m., authorities received a call about a vehicle that lost control on the highw...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-15-111507.png%3Fw%3D900","author":"Shirley Escobedo","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"tig375","id":"tig375","title":"AEP, Magic Valley report power outages in Hidalgo County","slug":"aep-magic-valley-report-power-outages-in-hidalgo-county","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"government","publishDate":"2026-06-15T16:42:39.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/aep-magic-valley-report-power-outages-in-hidalgo-county/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — American Electric Power Texas and Magic Valley Electric Cooperative are reporting dozens of power outages in Hidalgo County on Monday morning. AEP Texas is reporting a cluster of outages south of the expressway in Hidalgo County near Weslaco and Mercedes, accord...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2024%2F05%2FAP24126738839612.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"veh5hb","id":"veh5hb","title":"Weslaco mayor signs disaster declaration amid flood watch","slug":"weslaco-urges-residents-to-remain-indoors-avoid-unnecessary-travel","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-15T16:11:34.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/weslaco-urges-residents-to-remain-indoors-avoid-unnecessary-travel/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Weslaco Mayor Adrian Gonzalez signed a disaster declaration for the city on Monday as heavy rainfall continues to impact the city. A disaster declaration allows the city to access additional emergency resources for state and federal assistance. The city's Emerge...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-15-114152.png%3Fw%3D900","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"bnjuk7","id":"bnjuk7","title":"Sharyland Water Supply issues boil notice for some customers","slug":"sharyland-water-supply-issues-boil-notice-for-some-customers","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-15T15:46:21.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local/sharyland-water-supply-issues-boil-notice-for-some-customers/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Sharyland Water Supply Corporation has issued a boil notice for about 48 customers. The notice comes after a water outage that was \"presumably caused by contractors who damaged a water main\", according to the Sharyland Water Supply Corporation. The affected ...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot_2026-06-14_at_2.41.44_PM.png%3Fw%3D900","author":"Shirley Escobedo","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"x5n4mg","id":"x5n4mg","title":"List: Valley cities distribute sandbags as heavy rain continues","slug":"list-valley-cities-distribute-sandbags-as-heavy-rain-continues","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-15T14:45:58.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/list-valley-cities-distribute-sandbags-as-heavy-rain-continues/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As the Rio Grande Valley experiences heavy showers and thunderstorms, several cities across the Valley are helping residents prepare with sandbags. ValleyCentral put together a list of locations giving out sandbags. City of PalmView City of McAllen Hidalgo Count...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2013%2F09%2F33b6acf8-7261-4631-9b74-8acfdeb1e3ae-flooding_sandbags-1.jpg%3Fw%3D640","author":"Shirley Escobedo","localScore":45,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"uv55gg","id":"uv55gg","title":"Weslaco announces road closures due to flooding","slug":"portion-of-frontage-road-in-weslaco-closed-due-to-flooding","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-15T14:36:46.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/portion-of-frontage-road-in-weslaco-closed-due-to-flooding/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Weslaco announced multiple road closures throughout the city due to flooding. The city says the closures are being enforced to prevent vehicles from entering flooded areas. Residents should expect the following road closures in Weslaco: The eastbound...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FScreenshot-2026-06-15-175021.png%3Fw%3D900","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"hwsmat","id":"hwsmat","title":"Days of heavy rain triggering widespread flooding concerns","slug":"days-of-heavy-rain-triggering-widespread-flooding-concerns","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-15T14:12:40.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/days-of-heavy-rain-triggering-widespread-flooding-concerns/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding is the theme of the forecast now through Wednesday. The setup in place, loads of tropical moisture, a boundary sitting to the north, and the sea breeze, combined with an area of low pressure over South Texas, will lead to...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2F3b577329-1232-4fbc-ac25-05e05298a117.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Lexie Walker","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"lzxkcd","id":"lzxkcd","title":"Flood watch in effect for the Rio Grande Valley until Wednesday","slug":"flood-watch-in-effect-for-the-rio-grande-valley-until-wednesday","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-14T21:11:40.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/flood-watch-in-effect-for-the-rio-grande-valley-until-wednesday/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An unsettled weather pattern will continue into the new week due to an influx of tropical moisture in our region. Future radar shows showers continuing overnight and into tomorrow. There is a marginal risk of excessive rainfall today and a slight risk on Tuesday...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fex.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Taylor Gomez","localScore":45,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"jglgat","id":"jglgat","title":"ValleyCentral Weekend Report: Top Valley news, updates this week","slug":"valleycentral-weekend-report-top-valley-news-updates-this-week","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"business","publishDate":"2026-06-14T16:31:04.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/valleycentral-weekend-report-top-valley-news-updates-this-week/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On this week’s episode of ValleyCentral Weekend Report, we bring you the biggest stories making headlines, along with a closer look at some of the people and moments shaping the Rio Grande Valley. We begin with the top stories of the week, including concerns su...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FWeekend-Report-Image.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Thom Denton","localScore":45,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"i4a7j2","id":"i4a7j2","title":"San Benito wanted man arrested over the weekend, Cameron Co. Sheriff says","slug":"san-benito-wanted-man-arrested-over-the-weekend-cameron-co-sheriff-says","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-14T15:50:09.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local/san-benito-wanted-man-arrested-over-the-weekend-cameron-co-sheriff-says/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A San Benito man wanted on child sex charges was arrested, Cameron County Sheriff Manuel Trevino said in an update. Jesus Estaban Escovar was arrested on Saturday afternoon without further incident. On Friday, the Cameron County Sheriff's Office sent out a wante...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F05%2Fpolice-lights-e1775469919711_e75311.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":60,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"25ljzc","id":"25ljzc","title":"Rain risk rising as tropical moisture fuels flooding potential","slug":"rain-risk-rising-as-tropical-moisture-fuels-flooding-potential","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-14T02:26:46.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/rain-risk-rising-as-tropical-moisture-fuels-flooding-potential/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas, (ValleyCentral) — A combination of tropical moisture, tropical low pressure and a cold front will deliver an increasing chance for rain now through Wednesday of next week. Sunday will have scattered showers with a few rumbles of thunder and periods of steady rain. Daytime tempe...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fslot0_9374af.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Bryan Hale","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"3tcjox","id":"3tcjox","title":"SPI mourns devoted council member Ken Medders Jr.","slug":"spi-mourns-devoted-council-member-ken-medders","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"government","publishDate":"2026-06-13T15:56:14.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/spi-mourns-devoted-council-member-ken-medders/","excerpt":"SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — South Padre Island City Council Member Ken Medders, Jr. died, the city of South Padre Island announced on Saturday morning in a social media post. Medders was first elected to the City Council in November 2017 and has continuously served the community s...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fken-medders.jpg%3Fw%3D800","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"ddfpi3","id":"ddfpi3","title":"Harlingen South student heading to 2026 National Speech and Debate Tournament","slug":"harlingen-south-student-heading-to-2026-national-speech-and-debate-tournament","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"schools","publishDate":"2026-06-13T03:58:19.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-south-student-heading-to-2026-national-speech-and-debate-tournament/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) —Theatre is about telling stories, but one local student's story may be his most compelling role yet. The lights come up. The curtain opens. And for Javier, that's where the magic begins. Whether it's musical theatre, one-act play, or speech and debate, the Harlin...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fharlingen-south-student.png%3Fw%3D900","author":"Victor Gonzalez","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"ue9hax","id":"ue9hax","title":"Driver arrested in human smuggling attempt at Falfurrias checkpoint","slug":"driver-arrested-in-human-smuggling-attempt-at-falfurrias-checkpoint","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-13T03:36:44.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/driver-arrested-in-human-smuggling-attempt-at-falfurrias-checkpoint/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- U.S. Border Patrol arrested a driver who attempted to smuggle 26 people through the checkpoint in Falfurrias. U.S. Border Patrol Rio Grande Valley Sector Chief Patrol Agent Jared C. Ashby provided details of the smuggling attempt and arrest on Thursday. Ashby r...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fusbp-smuggling-attempt.png%3Fw%3D714","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","localScore":45,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"u8dnni","id":"u8dnni","title":"Tropical developments could dump inches of rain on the Valley","slug":"tropical-developments-could-dump-inches-of-rain-on-the-valley","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-13T01:36:33.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/tropical-developments-could-dump-inches-of-rain-on-the-valley/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Tropical low pressure continues to develop over the Southwest Gulf where the National Hurricane Center is watching for strengthening and better definition. In other words, this system has a slight chance to become a tropical depression Saturday or Sunday. 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More than 40 employers are scheduled to attend the event to network with potential employees. A list of employers scheduled to attend the job event is availabl...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fgeneric-job-fair-image.png%3Fw%3D900","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"t0tqhx","id":"t0tqhx","title":"TxDOT prepares highways for heavy rain in the Valley","slug":"txdot-prepares-highways-for-heavy-rain-in-the-valley","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"business","publishDate":"2026-06-12T21:30:27.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/txdot-prepares-highways-for-heavy-rain-in-the-valley/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Crews from the Texas Department of Transportation are preparing for the possibility of heavy rains. According to TxDOT, crews have been working on mowing and edging along State Highway 100, as cutting tall grass allows stormwater to flow through ditches. The hig...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Ftxdot-weather-4.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Shirley Escobedo","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"g1hh79","id":"g1hh79","title":"Man accused of photographing a woman inside restroom stall at Sunrise Mall","slug":"man-accused-of-photographing-a-woman-inside-restroom-stall-at-sunrise-mall","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-12T20:50:14.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/man-accused-of-photographing-a-woman-inside-restroom-stall-at-sunrise-mall/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- The Brownsville Police Department arrested an 18-year-old man accused of entering the women's restroom at Sunrise Mall and taking a photo of a woman inside a stall. Juan Diego De Luna was arrested on Thursday and charged with invasive visual recording, a state ...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fbpd.webp%3Fw%3D885","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","localScore":45,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"mugrvp","id":"mugrvp","title":"LIST: Events canceled across the Valley due to expected rainfall","slug":"list-events-canceled-across-the-valley-due-to-expected-rainfall","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-12T18:59:53.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/list-events-canceled-across-the-valley-due-to-expected-rainfall/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Several events that were scheduled to take place across the Valley this weekend may be canceled because of the upcoming severe weather. According to ValleyStormTeam Forecaster Craig Verley, there is a marginal risk of excessive rainfall from Monday into Tuesday....","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fslot3_8208d2.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"fow8t6","id":"fow8t6","title":"Harlingen police arrest man accused of taking pictures of men inside restrooms","slug":"harlingen-police-arrest-man-accused-of-taking-pictures-of-men-inside-restrooms","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"safety","publishDate":"2026-06-12T18:10:30.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-police-arrest-man-accused-of-taking-pictures-of-men-inside-restrooms/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Harlingen police arrested a man accused of taking \"numerous photographs\" of men inside restrooms, according to a news release from the city police department. Gregorio Ramirez Jr., 39, of Harlingen, was arrested June 2 on an outstanding warrant for invasive visu...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fgregorio-ramirez-jr.jpg%3Fw%3D800","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"9h6oqq","id":"9h6oqq","title":"Man wanted for aggravated sexual assault of a child","slug":"man-wanted-for-aggravated-sexual-assault-of-a-child","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"government","publishDate":"2026-06-12T16:59:30.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/man-wanted-for-aggravated-sexual-assault-of-a-child/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) - Cameron County Sheriff Manuel Trevino is urging the public to be on the lookout for a man wanted on charges of aggravated sexual assault of a child. The man in question is identified as Jesus Estaban Escobar, 39 years old. 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Police say two vehicles were involved in the crash...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Ffatal-crash-mcallen.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Mia Morales","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"llgfmk","id":"llgfmk","title":"CBS 4, NBC 23 and KGBT 4.1 temporarily off the air due to tower work","slug":"cbs-4-nbc-23-and-kgbt-4-1-temporarily-off-the-air-due-to-tower-work","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"business","publishDate":"2026-06-12T15:16:15.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/cbs-4-nbc-23-and-kgbt-4-1-temporarily-off-the-air-due-to-tower-work-2/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — CBS 4, NBC 23 and KGBT 4.1 are temporarily off the air on Friday as crews conduct tower work. The interruption in programming is expected to happen through 2:30 p.m. But don’t forget you can catch all of our latest coverage on news, weather and sports on ValleyC...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F03%2FTRILOGO_VC_NBC_CBS.png%3Fw%3D900","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"fxe6pg","id":"fxe6pg","title":"After hot and humid Friday, rainy days ahead","slug":"after-hot-and-humid-friday-rainy-days-ahead","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"government","publishDate":"2026-06-12T14:43:37.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/after-hot-and-humid-friday-rainy-days-ahead/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Once we push through a hot and humid Friday afternoon, we will move into a new rainy period for a few days. Highs on Friday will range from the upper 90s in Starr County to the lower 90s for much of the eastern portions of the Valley. 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Workers with Cameron County Irrigation District No. 2 and Cameron County Drainage District No. 3 are removing water hyacinths from the water. 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Miguel Ortiz, 38, of Pharr, was indicted on charges of capital murder of a per...","image":"https://thebrownsville.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2FDocumentFragment_46265839.jpg%3Fw%3D900","author":"Claudia Torres","localScore":15,"priority":2,"needsImageFetch":false},{"archiveId":"igtdgu","id":"igtdgu","title":"Men's Health Awareness Month: Experts highlight common health issues faced by Valley men","slug":"men-s-health-awareness-month-experts-highlight-common-health-issues-faced-by-valley-men","source":"ValleyCentral","category":"local","publishDate":"2026-06-11T18:36:13.000Z","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mens-health-awareness-month-experts-highlight-common-health-issues-faced-by-valley-men/","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — June is Men's Health Awareness Month, and local health specialists are offering prevention strategies and proactive steps for a healthier lifestyle. 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