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Mercedes man shot, killed following domestic dispute

A 38-year-old man is dead after being shot early Friday afternoon following a domestic dispute.

Father, son charged in Rio Hondo Thanksgiving racing death

A father and son from Rio Hondo are facing charges in connection with a deadly Thanksgiving crash.

Leaving a legacy: Outgoing Port of Brownsville director reflects on achievements

When Eduardo Campirano was hired as director and chief executive officer of the Port of Brownsville more than 16 years ago, the place was at a low point, struggling to be relevant in a competitive, modern world.

Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office sergeant crashed into McAllen officer prior to DWI arrest

The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office sergeant charged with driving while intoxicated was arrested after crashing into an off-duty McAllen Police Department sergeant who was stopped at a red light Tuesday night.

Cameron County partners with VTX-1 to expand broadband access

On Tuesday, the Cameron County Commissioners Court approved an agreement with VTX-1 to expand broadband services throughout the county.

RGV bound for Middle Earth as Lord of the Rings trilogy returns to theaters

For those of you wanting to return to Middle Earth where a fellowship composed of an elf, a dwarf, a wizard, two men and four hobbits embark on an adventure to save the realm, now’s your chance.

Willacy County Navigation District GM responds to resident’s complaints

PORT MANSFIELD — Ron Mills, general manager of the Willacy County Navigation District, responded to some of the allegations made by a group of Port Mansfield residents who say the lifestyle of the idyllic fishing village they call home will be ruined by development of a shipping container port.

Chinese man found with child porn at McAllen Central Processing Center convicted

A Chinese man who was arrested in May for possessing and transporting child pornography after illegally entering the United States pleaded guilty and has been convicted, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office Southern for District of Texas.

Harlingen veterans to build monument honoring Vietnam soldiers

HARLINGEN — For decades, the area’s veterans have been calling for a memorial honoring the local soldiers killed during the Vietnam War.

US Rep. Gonzalez calls on VA to open Valley hospital

U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez is calling on the Department of Veterans Affairs to open a hospital in the Rio Grande Valley.