Ground Game files ethics complaint as voting begins on McAllen ballot measures
McALLEN — As voters here begin to head to the polls to decide on a voter-driven ballot measure to bring campaign finance reform and direct democracy powers to McAllen, things have devolved into a war of opposing accusations.
A fallstreak hole puzzled some Valley residents. Here’s what it is
Did you notice something strange in the sky today?
San Benito residents petition to recall commissioners, stop charter election
SAN BENITO — While some residents are requesting commissioners call an election to let voters decide if want to remove them from office, the group is also asking a judge to stop a Nov. 5 election aimed at deciding the fate of five proposed amendments to the City Charter.
Study shows potential benefits for Valley in transmission investments
A press call Tuesday morning focused on the need for improved electric transmission infrastructure throughout the state while discussing the potential benefits to the Rio Grande Valley.
Keno Cafe’s quickie keeps it old school in Weslaco
WESLACO — Keno Cafe, located in downtown Weslaco, was established almost a century ago and while trying a couple of their signature plates, I could tell why throughout the decades the restaurant has survived by being a local favorite.
Tears shed as Driscoll reunites premature birth families with NICU staff
EDINBURG — Tears filled 28-year-old Maria Estolano’s eyes as she held her now 7-month-old baby here at the place that helped nurse him to health.
SpaceX employee’s body found following search at Boca Chica Beach
The body of the man who went swimming at Boca Chica Beach has been found, according to the Cameron County Sheriff’s Office.
Harlingen schools win big at Pigskin, advance to area competition
SAN BENITO — They did it!
Edinburg man gets nearly 7 years in prison for possession of child porn
A 21-year-old Edinburg man was sentenced Monday for receiving over 1,800 images and videos of child pornography depicting prepubescent minors, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas.
Photo Gallery: First day of early voting in Hidalgo County
Across the Rio Grande Valley, polls opened for early voting on Monday.