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CCSO search for 2 men wanted for 2021 murder
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Cameron County Sheriff’s Office is searching for two men wanted for murder. On Friday, May 21, 2021, deputies discovered the body of 42-year-old Genaro Urbano Castillo inside a residence in Cameron Park. According to a release from the Cameron County Sheriff’s Office, Castillo was found with multiple gunshot wounds throughout […]
CCSO: Man arrested for shooting firearm towards ocean
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man was arrested after shooting his gun toward the ocean, authorities say. At 3:15 a.m. on Friday, Cameron County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Beach Access 6 in reference to a man discharging his gun. Deputies made contact with County Park Rangers who had already detained the man. The […]
Counties ready with disaster declaration orders
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The state has issued a disaster declaration for Cameron, Hidalgo, Willacy and Starr Counties ahead of Beryl’s impact. Officials say this declaration is necessary to move and prepare resources for any potential emergencies. These orders allow agencies to prepare volunteers and staff before a disaster happens. In Cameron County, officials say […]
CCSO: Inmate assaults Carrizales Rucker detention officer
OLMITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Carrizales Rucker Detention Center in reference to an inmate assaulting a detention officer. Upon arrival, Deputies were informed by jail staff that inmate, Jose Anthony Dominguez was having his shackles removed by detention officers when he suddenly turned around and began swinging punches at the […]
CCSO, PBC enter agreement for inmate mental health treatment
CAMERON COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Cameron County Sheriff’s Office has entered an agreement with Planned Behavioral Center to make mental health treatment more accessible for inmates. The agreement aims to provide treatment for inmates battling unresolved mental health issues, thus keeping them out of jail facilities. Many inmates are homeless and are unable to […]
Focus at Four: Experts discuss recent shark bite activity on the coast
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - There have been several headlines recently and stories of shark bites along U.S. coastlines. Just last month, there were two reported attacks, less than two hours and 5 miles apart along the Florida Panhandle. Thursday, several reports surfaced of shark bites on South Padre Island. Kesley...
Ground stop issued at Bush Intercontinental Airport due to thunderstorms, airport says
A ground stop was ordered at Bush Intercontinental Airport after thunderstorms moved into the area on Saturday afternoon.The airport issued a ground stop between 3:37 p.m. to 5 p.m., impacting passengers who were scheduled to arrive during that time.ABC13's Weather Team said Tropical Storm Beryl is expected to hit the Texas coast on Monday as a category 1 hurricane with high impacts in southeast Texas.
Nurse practitioners wanting to practice independently spark Texas debate about patient outcomes
Kimberly Posey waits by the exam rooms at Preferred Primary Care in Bedford, on the lookout for her next patient to arrive. She sports a white coat with a stethoscope hung around her neck. The patient walks through the door and Posey greets them with a smile. Posey guides the...
Kid Seen Dangling from Ride at Six Flags Over Texas is Hoax
A very scary moment captured on video at Six Flags Over Texas. The video that was posted to many social platforms including X, shows a child dangling from the Superman ride. The ride is an impressive 325 feet in the air. The question then becomes, it this a real incident? WFAA reached out to Six Flags Over Texas and received the following statement.
Where to find sandbags in Southeast Texas ahead of Beryl
BEAUMONT, Texas — As Hurricane Beryl approaches, heavy rain is expected to be the main threat with a band of 3" to 6" or more expected across the Southeast Texas area. In preparation for the storm, Texas Acting Governor Dan Patrick has added 81 total counties to Hurricane Beryl Disaster Declaration including:
Missouri beats out Oklahoma, Texas for 4-star offensive lineman in class of 2025
Missouri beat out a couple of new SEC foes for a key prospect in the class of 2025 on Saturday. The Tigers landed a commitment from 4-star offensive lineman Lamont Rogers. He chose Mizzou over programs such as Oklahoma, Texas, Florida State and others. Here’s his announcement:. This is...
Women truck drivers on the rise, still face challenges
PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The trucking industry is one of the most vital and biggest employers for the Rio Grande Valley. There is a growing trend of more women taking on these jobs in what is considered a male-dominated workforce. However, Valley women tell us how they still face challenges and stereotypes. According to the […]
TxDOT urges East Texas to prepare for Hurricane Beryl
LUFKIN, Texas — The Lufkin District's Texas Department of Transportation office is preparing to open its emergency operations center ahead of the expected impact from Hurricane Beryl in East Texas. Beginning on Monday, TxDOT crews will begin working 12-hour shifts beginning at 7 a.m. During this time they will...
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