HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An overnight fire at Wellington Plaza in Brownsville is under investigation, according to the Brownsville Fire Department. On Monday at approximately 9:30 p.m., fire units responded to Central Boulevard and Price Road regarding visible smoke in ...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — While our rain chances will be slowly and gradually decreasing as we head through the afternoon, we can still expect to see some scattered showers and thunderstorms, which could include heavy rainfall. That is why the National Weather Service ha...
WESLACO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — William Valdez, a resident of Secluded Acres in Harlingen, is no stranger to flood waters. “When the rain came in in 2019, I already knew we were going to get hit," he said. "The canal broke off right here, right next to my house, and along the ca...
As severe weather conditions may impact our area, the City of Brownsville encourages residents to stay informed and know who to contact for assistance if needed....
Residents across Brownsville are being urged to prepare for heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding as a significant weather system moves into the area on Tuesday....
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast for Brownsville this weekend and into next week, and city officials are urging residents to stay weather-aware and take precautions....
Residents are urged to prepare for heavy rain and possible flooding overnight into the early morning hours. Officials encourage caution, especially for those traveling overnight or commuting early....
With heavy rainfall expected tonight into the early morning hours, the City of Brownsville is reminding residents to use the 546-HELP non-emergency service line to report flooding and drainage-related concerns....
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Multiple power outages have been reported in Hidalgo County following heavy rainfall and storms moving across the county, according to outage maps from American Electric Power Texas and Magic Valley Electric Cooperative. According to the Valley...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino Jr. has issued a Local State of Disaster for Cameron County due to the heavy rainfall and flooding. According to a news release from the Cameron County Judge, portions of Cameron County could receive between fi...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Monday morning marked the beginning of the significant rain event that had been anticipated for several days. The city of Weslaco recorded nearly five inches of rain in just four hours, highlighting the intensity of this system. Additional roun...
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 w...
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. HARLINGEN The city of Harlingen will be distributing p...
The National Weather Service Brownsville/RGV office announced Monday morning that a flood watch remains in effect for all of South Texas through Wednesday morning. Meteorologists predicted “numerous flash flood likely Monday and Tuesday,” made possible in part by lingering deep t...
Naomi Mitchell Carrier and Roseann Bacha-Garza dedicate the Texas Historical Marker honoring the 16,000 black troops who were sent to the RGV and fought in the last battle of the Civil War and remained to stabilize the border through 1867. SpaceX can be seen in the background of ...
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 J...
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...
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...
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 eme...
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 ...
The City of Brownsville Communications and Marketing Department & Brownsville TV has received national recognition from the National Association of Government Communicators (NAGC) with a 2026 Blue Pencil and Gold Screen Award...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
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 con...
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...
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. ...
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 Corporati...
The City of Brownsville Department of Health, Wellness, and Animal Services is inviting local families to make health and wellness a summer adventure with the launch of the 2026 BTX Kids Dash Into Wellness Challenge....
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 McAl...
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 Wesla...
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 Te...
The Starlink 17-54 mission lifts off from Vandenberg on June 12, 2026, under a ceiling of low cloud. Image: SpaceX. SpaceX launched its first Falcon 9 rocket since making its public trading debut on the Nasdaq. The Starlink 17-54 mission launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base...
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 sligh...
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, incl...
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...
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 ra...
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 serve...
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 d...
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 ...
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...
The City of Brownsville will host a free sandbag distribution for Brownsville residents on Saturday, June 13, 2026, beginning at 9 a.m. and continuing while supplies last....
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A portion of North 10th Street in McAllen will be closed starting Monday as crews begin to work on the roadway and drainage improvements. Road construction will be done between Frontera Road and Auburn Avenue/Wisconsin Road in north McAllen. Cre...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The McAllen Public Library and Workforce Solutions are partnering to host a free job fair on Saturday. More than 40 employers are scheduled to attend the event to network with potential employees. A list of employers scheduled to attend the job ...
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...
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 re...
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 Mon...
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 ...
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. He is described as bei...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With summer break officially underway, children may be spending more time online. Whether they're using the internet for gaming or social media, local law enforcement and government agencies are advising parents to be aware of who their children...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two drivers were killed in an early Friday morning collision, according to the McAllen Police Department. At approximately 5:30 a.m., McAllen police responded to the crash on the 6400 block of South McColl Road. Police say two vehicles were invo...
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 ...
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. A stray sh...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Roma Independent School District's mariachi program had the opportunity to shine and represent the Rio Grande Valley on Tuesday at Carnegie Hall in New York City. "It's a tremendous opportunity for a musician, especially as a student musicia...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In 2003, John Allen Rubio and his common-law wife, Angela Camacho, beheaded their three young children in Brownsville. We’ve broken down the crime, the case, the countdown to execution, along with an exclusive look at the evidence on ValleyCentr...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On Thursday, the Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery laid to rest a U.S. Navy Veteran Fireman Apprentice. Robert Joseph Ruggeri, born on March 13, 1949, served from October 1968 to June 1970. FA Ruggeri received the National Defense Servic...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) —El Niño is officially here, and NOAA has confirmed it’s developing in the Pacific. But what exactly is El Niño? It’s natural climate pattern that happens when ocean waters in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean become warmer than normal. That e...
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. SpaceX marke...
By DIANTÉ MARIGNY editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com Multiple fire departments responded to a large fire early Sunday morning that destroyed four boats and a building near a Port Isabel marina. According to Port Isabel City Manager Jared Hockema, the Port Isabel Volunteer Fire Depar...
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. Commissioners approved moving forward with a request for ...
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