Vincent Andrew Gutiérrez, 32, was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for downloading child pornography via BitTorrent, and ordered to pay 3,000 dólares in restitution and five years of supervised release. Judge Randy Crane convicted him after 412 images and four videos were found, warning the Rio Grande Valley community about the use of file‑sharing networks.

This predictive intelligence program has resulted in people being forced to pull over on their route, searched, and, in some cases, arrested.

A third civil lawsuit was filed in Hidalgo County against Ramón Ayala, Ramón Ayala Jr., and the group “Ramón Ayala y sus Bravos del Norte.” According to the original petition filed with the court, the plaintiff, identified as John Doe #3, alleges that he was the victim of physical assaults and allegedly sexual conduct committed by…

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- A car crash in McAllen has caused a power outage affecting more than 1,400 customers, according to an AEP Texas outage map. The power outage is along Nolana Avenue, between Ware Road and Jackson Avenue. Power is estimated to be restored in the affected areas by midnight. This is a developing [...]

On Saturday before the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley football game, Tejano singer Bobby Pulido stepped out of a tailgate tent in UTRGV orange, greeted fans, kissed a woman on the cheek and reminded the crowd to vote. Pulido, the Democratic candidate for Texas’ 15th Congressional District, used the appearance to promote his campaign to the Rio Grande Valley community.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this edition of Mic’d Up, Photojournalist Diego Tijerina follows Weslaco East Head Coach Carlos Cuellar as the Wildcats take on Brownsville Hanna. The Wildcats were down by 14 at halftime. In the locker room, Cuellar had some inspiring words for his team. "Don't get down on yourself," Cuellar said. "Right [...]

EDITOR’S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org. BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Family, friends and community members gathered in Brownsville on Friday to [...]

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Every week, CBS Rio Grande Valley works to find a forever home for a Rio Grande Valley foster child as part of our Forever Family partnership with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. RELATED: Visit our Forever Family page here. Meet 8-year-old Orion, a joyful, loving child with a [...]

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The race for U.S. House District 15 is a contest between incumbent Monica De La Cruz, one of the trailblazers in getting Republicans elected to Congress in South Texas and Democrat Bobby Pulido, an award-winning musician and longtime Tejano superstar. De la Cruz lost her first congressional general election in 2020 [...]

Lady Diamondbacks Fend off Palmview; 30-5A District Standings Tighten As the sun finally sets on this year’s RGV Volleyball season, the Sharyland Pioneer Lady Diamondbacks soak up every drop of its glow. There aren’t days, minutes, practices, sets, classes, or games to waste. Every moment is a chance to improve; an opportunity to…

Gerardo Sandoval Martinez was arrested in Brownsville after a search warrant led investigators to cocaine and crack cocaine at an Autumn Sage Street home.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A new music festival is coming to Mercedes this fall. The 956 Music Fest will bring a full day of live music and family-friendly fun to Mercedes. The inaugural event will feature performances from popular and local music groups. All headlining acts at 956 Music Fest are based in the Rio [...]

With the final month of the 5A-2 Region IV District 16 schedule on the horizon, the Sharyland High Rattlers host the La Joya Juarez- Lincoln Huskies tonight in what could have major implications for the outcome of the district. Both teams are riding a wave of confidence following last week’s slate of games, and…

Harlingen, TX (KRGV) — Veterans and their families were able to get help filing claims and learn about available benefits during Cameron County

Authorities said a man was killed after being hit by a train at the intersection of Hidalgo and South Street in Lyford, Texas. Emergency‑management official Frank Torres reported that the train conductor called at 11 a.m., and deputies from the Willacy County Sheriff’s Office assisted Lyford police in the response. The victim’s identity has not been released and investigators have not determined whether the death was accidental or intentional.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — McAllen's Fiesta de Palmas Festival is happening this weekend at the McAllen Convention Center. Joe Garcia, Marketing & Special Events Supervisor for the McAllen Performing Arts Center, said the event began in the early 2010s as Palm Fest, a celebration of all folklife that made the Valley unique. A few years [...]

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — McAllen city officials on Thursday revealed the grand marshal for this year's McAllen Holiday Parade. Professional Mexican golfer Lorena Ochoa will serve as the grand marshal. Julian Gil and Michael Irvin have also been announced as parade hosts. RELATED: City of McAllen announces new details about annual holiday parade Ochoa said [...]

The Willacy County Sheriff’s Office is assisting the Lyford Police Department with a train‑and‑pedestrian incident near the intersection of Business 77 and Broadway Avenue in Lyford, Texas. Officials said a heavy law‑enforcement presence has been deployed and asked the public to stay away from the area while a Channel 5 News crew heads to the scene for more information.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Disney on Ice is coming to Edinburg's Bert Ogden Arena this month. Guests can take a magical journey with their favorite Disney characters, including Mickey, Minnie, Cinderella, Aladdin, Moana, Tiana, Rapunzel and more Disney princesses and Pixar characters. The family-friendly events will take place from Oct. 29 through Nov. 1. Tickets [...]

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The crossing at Broadway Ave and Business 77 is shut down to traffic due to law enforcement activity in the area, the Willacy County Sheriff's Office said Friday. The crossing at Glen Lofton and Business 77 is also shut down. The traffic alert comes after the WCSO said they were assisting [...]

Starr County, TX (KRGV) — Starr County is investigating after a county jail transportation unit crashed on U.S. Highway 83, according to the Starr County Sheriff