Gina Alamia files to run for Edinburg mayor
Note: This story has been updated to correct that candidate Richard Molina filed to run for office July 24.EDINBURG — A local immigration consultant...
CBP seizes more than a ton of marijuana in watermelon shipment
PHARR — A search of a commercial trailer revealed 2,304 pounds of marijuana concealed in a shipment of watermelons this week at the Pharr...
Arts center, San Benito spar over who “killed” Conjunto Festival
SAN BENITO — Both parties are blaming the other for a breakdown in negotiations to stage the annual Conjunto Festival.Yesterday, the leader of the...
Sales tax holiday, supply giveaways help families prepare for start of classes
SAN JUAN — Tax-free weekend begins today, but several students got a head start during San Juan’s National Night Out at Mayfield Park.Usually held...
Fifth suspect charged in June murder
McALLEN — Police have been tight-lipped about a murder investigation that has quietly unfolded over the past two months, resulting in five arrests since...
Local developer vies for Edinburg council seat
EDINBURG — A challenger for council member Place 2 emerged Thursday.Roland Villarreal, a local builder and developer, will face off against Gilbert Enriquez, who...
Four area districts may drop in financial ratings
McALLEN — The Texas Education Agency released its preliminary financial accountability ratings for public school districts and public charter schools this week and at...
Sheriff: Man confesses to killing woman, hiding remains in septic tank
EDINBURG — Although the skeletal remains found in a septic tank in rural Edcouch last month have yet to be identified, the Hidalgo County...
South Texas Health System asking for help to find family, home for elderly woman
EDINBURG - South Texas Health System is asking for the public's help in getting an elderly woman back to her home or arrangements for...