San Benito Mayor Pedro “Pete” Galvan S AN BENITO — In a courtroom-like setting, the city commission’s majority reprimanded Mayor Pete Galvan for “threatening” city Economic Development Corporation officials, warning he could pull the agency’s funding. During a tense meeting Tuesday, Commissioners...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two men have been indicted on capital murder charges in connection with a deadly drug deal at an H-E-B parking lot in San Juan over the summer. Michael Anthony Lopez, 18, and Juan Samuel Olguín, 19, were arrested in July in connection with the s...
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B ROWNSVILLE — The last quarter of the 2026 fiscal year was a mixed bag for crossings at Cameron County’s international bridges, with some showing big gains and even bigger losses compared to their performance a year prior. County Administrator Pete Sepulveda Jr. updated county c...
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The City of Brownsville continues planning investments in infrastructure, public safety, transportation, technology, and facilities to support residents and future growth....
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The Brownsville City Commission approved measures to improve infrastructure, enhance public safety, expand affordable housing, and support community development during its October 20, 2026, meeting....
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A nyone wanting to know more about the city of Brownsville’s proposed Municipal Drainage Fee should attend the Oct. 21 “community fair” at the Brownsville Public Library Main Branch, 2600 Central Blvd. The free public information session takes place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. On hand wi...
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The City of Brownsville Youth Advisory Board has launched its new cohort, bringing together local students to develop leadership skills, engage in civic activities, and make a positive impact in the community....
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Cameron County District Attorney Luis V. Saenz points at Rogelio Martinez Jr. as he addresses the jury during closing arguments Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, in Martinez’s trial at the Cameron County Courthouse 404th state District Court in Brownsville. (Miguel Roberts/The Brownsville ...
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Jose De La Cruz A 30-year-old man who pleaded guilty to crashing and killing a 77-year-old San Benito woman in 2024 was sentenced Monday. Jose De La Cruz pleaded guilty to intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault causing serious bodily injury on Sept. 15, according to c...
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S outh Padre Island’s storied Coconut Jacks Bar and Grill opened on March 23, 1990, right in the knick of time for spring break. Now, over 36 years later, the bay-side palapa bar, known for its inimitable vibe, is no longer. Overlooking the Laguna Madre Bay, the concrete Coconut ...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In today's episode of Tea Time, Host Elette Garza sits down with Anchor Alexia Serrata and Forecaster Taylor Gomez to talk about the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. The trio dives into the opening acts of the event, influencers, models, casting,...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The sentencing phase continues Wednesday for a man convicted in the 2023 killing of San Benito police Lt. Milton Resendez. The state is seeking the death penalty against Rogelio Martinez, who was found guilty of capital murder earlier this month...
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A furry friend took center stage at Tuesday’s Brownsville City Commission meeting as the Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center (BARCC) introduced its latest Pet of the Month, hoping to help the animal find a loving forever home....
