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Texas death row inmate one day away from execution loses last-minute bid to save his life
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has denied a clemency application filed by Ruben Gutierrez, paving the way for his execution for the murder of a woman over two decades ago. Concretely, the board said that they "have completed their consideration" of the request and that after a "full...
East Texas experts weigh in on U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows gun restrictions for domestic violence suspects
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - According to the Texas Council on Family Violence, domestic violence is increasing across the state and the number of women killed by an intimate partner has nearly doubled. Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld an existing ruling. It states that a protective order can bar...
SVREP and WCVI Mourn the Loss of Chairman of the Board of Directors Juan Maldonado
Southwest Voter Registration Education Project (SVREP) and William C. Velásquez Institute (WCVI) mourn the incredible loss to the Latino community from the passing of Juan Maldonado. He served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of SVREP and WCVI. Juan Maldonado died on July 5, 2024 after battling an illness.
San Benito considering legal action against Houston firm
SAN BENITO — City officials are considering taking legal action against an investigative firm accusing Mayor Rick Guerra and Commissioner Deborah Morales of nepotism while claiming City Manager Fred Sandoval is violating the City Charter requiring he live in town. On Tuesday, Sandoval said officials are mulling a lawsuit...
CCSO: Two arrested for stealing phone with cheating proof
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two women who they say participated in an aggravated robbery. At approximately 9:55 p.m. on June 25, deputies responded to the 2300 block of Magdalena Avenue in Brownsville in reference to an aggravated robbery. Upon arrival, deputies learned that the victim had been robbed of his […]
CCSO: Woman arrested for assaulting officer
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a woman Thursday for allegedly pulling an officer close to her with force. At 8:29 a.m. Thursday, deputies responded to a report of loud music at the 6000 block of Maverick Road in Brownsville. The source of the music was coming from an unoccupied Cadillac Escalade […]
Driscoll, CCISD offer back to school goods to parents
Don’t worry if you haven’t bought your child’s school supplies just yet. Driscoll is partnering with LEAD First and Corpus Christi Independent School District to deliver all your back-to-school needs in one place!. The 18th annual Happy Health: Back to School Health Fair will feature school supplies...
Walk Through One Of The Most Abandoned Malls In Texas
Today, Sunrise Mall in Corpus Christi, Texas is frozen in time. Walking through it feels like stepping into a ghost town frozen in the past. Take a peek into the Sunrise Mall today. Each photo tells a piece of its story—crumbling walls, forgotten corners, and little details that show what it's like now. Whether it's a sunlit atrium or a shadowy hallway, these photos give you a real feel for what the mall looks like today.
Texas judge issues ruling in a legal fight for transparency in Uvalde
UVALDE — A Texas District Court judge ordered Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District and Uvalde County to release records related to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary.The ruling dated July 8 comes after a group of news organizations including CBS News filed a lawsuit after their open-records requests for information were denied following the shooting. The county and the district have until July 28 to release those documents, according to the ruling. Nineteen children and two adults were killed in the 2022 massacre. Law enforcement officers killed the gunman in a classroom after waiting more than an hour to confront him, which was...
Join Us For a Fun Family Night at Freddy’s in Victoria
Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers to Victoria is hosting a huge Family Night on Tuesday, July 16th from 5-8 and I will be broadcasting live from 4:30-6:30. Enjoy a free kids meal with a purchase of an Adult combo There will also be great family activities such as bingo, a coloring station, face painting, and an awesome BUILD YOUR OWN SUNDAE station. Also scheduled to make an appearance is Stuart the Minion thanks to our friends at Life Celebrations.
Judge clears way for demolition of Texas church where 26 people were killed in 2017 shooting
FLORESVILLE, Texas (AP) — A judge on Monday cleared the way for the demolition of the small Texas church in Sutherland Springs where a gunman killed more than two dozen worshippers in 2017 in what remains the deadliest church shooting in U.S. history. Following the shooting at First Baptist...
Murder suspect claims self defense, surveillance footage captures shooting
MISSION, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Documents revealed new details in the murder of a Mission man whose death stemmed from his alleged killer attempting to drop off a slice of birthday cake to his girlfriend. Esdras Elias Ortiz, 26, is accused of killing 27-year-old Yorman Jovani Reta on July 1 at the 2800 block of Dinastia […]
An in-depth conversation with Rashmi Chandran, executive director of the AltaCair Foundation
MCALLEN, Texas – The AltaCair Foundation burst onto the scene about nine months ago in the Rio Grande Valley. The nonprofit announced its arrival with the Accelerator 2023 RGV Health Equity Conference, held at the Mission Event Center. The keynote address was given by Aneesh Chopra, president of Care...
RGV Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Presser
MISSION, Texas -- The RGV Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony held a presser for the 7 individuals and 3 teams that will be getting inducted on Saturday, July 13, at 6 P.M. at the Mission Event Center. Watch the video above for more on the Inductees.
Mission providing free school supplies, haircuts, health screenings at back-to-school event
Rio Grande Valley students will be heading back to the classroom in just a few weeks, which means it's time for parents to make sure they're ready. To help, the city of Mission will be hosting a back-to-school event on Friday. Kids will be able to get everything from school supplies to haircuts and even dental exams.
Texas Land commissioner recruits San Antonio Missions’ players for severe weather preparation video series
SAN ANTONIO – The Texas General Land Office joined forces with several marquee players from the San Antonio Missions’ AA baseball team for a series of presentations on how to prepare for severe weather. Some heavy hitters pitching into the campaign include Spurs Chairman Peter Holt and pitchers...
Palmview library to unveil new space for people seeking jobs
A new workforce resource is opening in Palmview. The goal is to help connect jobseekers with employment opportunities. There's a new area inside the Palmview Municipal Library known as the Workforce Solutions Corner. It's designed to help people look for jobs. According to a report from the Texas Workforce Commission,...
La Joya ISD rolls out new leadership team, organizational chart
For her last major announcement for the school year, La Joya ISD Superintendent Marcey Sorensen officially announced at a board meeting last month the district’s new central office leadership team and the organizational structure it will be operating under. It’s been no secret that Sorensen intended to restructure the...
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