MISSION, Texas — United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers detained 28-year-old Brandon Alexis Elizondo at the Anzaldúas International Bridge, who was wanted on a pending arrest warrant for homicide. The incident occurred on October 22 when Elizondo arrived from Mexico at the Anzalduas International Bridge. Un…

On October 21, 2026, the Elsa Police Department responded to a complaint and arrested 25-year-old Joseph Michael Badillo for alleged animal cruelty by keeping three dogs in unsanitary conditions in his backyard. Officers rescued the animals, which are now under medical supervision. Badillo was released on bail and was transferred to the Hidalgo County Jail.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — ValleyCentral is partnering with school districts across the Rio Grande Valley to bring live high school football games to viewers with a click. ValleyCentral is the only news station in the region to bring you live broadcasts from the Harlingen, Brownsville, Weslaco, and McAllen school districts. Throughout the football season, we [...]

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Chief Meteorologist Bryan Hale and Meteorologist Marcelo Gonzalez dig into the next weather maker for the Rio Grande Valley. A cold front is set to push south through the RGV, bringing cooler, drier air by the weekend. This cold front is expected to bring some rain and rumbles of thunder as [...]

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — After heavy rain across the Rio Grande Valley, cities are spraying for mosquitoes. Many cities began spraying for mosquitoes last week and are continuing this week. See the list below for the time and dates: Harlingen The city of Harlingen Health Department will conduct a second round of mosquito spraying starting [...]

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Week eight of high school football is here! Our Valley Sports Team is highlighting the Harlingen at PSJA North matchup. We’ll have live coverage Friday at 7:30 p.m., bringing viewers highlights from the game at PSJA Stadium. High school football on ValleyCentral+ ValleyCentral+ is your home for high school football coverage [...]

Breaking Bad actor and philanthropist RJ Mitte, president of the Mitte Foundation, has died at age 34 in Brownsville, Texas. Read statements from local leaders and the Mitte Cultural District.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Actor and advocate RJ Mitte is dead at the age of 34, the Brownsville Police Department confirmed Monday. The cause and manner of death remain under investigation, police say. Mitte is known for his roles in various television shows including Breaking Bad, The Oak Room, The Recall, and The Guardians of [...]

Family physician Dr. Martha Cano of South Texas Health System discussed breast‑cancer warning signs and reasons some women delay mammograms with Channel 5 News reporter Kristine Galvan during October, the Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The interview emphasizes that South Texas Health System is offering discounted mammograms for the entire month. Residents can obtain more information through the provided link.

The tiny South Texas town of San Ygnacio held a townhall celebration for the halting of border wall construction on the banks of the Rio Grande in rural Zapata County, at least for now.

The tiny South Texas town of San Ygnacio held a townhall celebration for the halting of border wall construction on the banks of the Rio Grande in rural Zapata County, at least for now.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On the latest edition of Valley Voices, Marco Ramirez sits down with local DJ Alex Vega, also known as Trimerson. Vega began his DJ career in McAllen and has strived to bring a unique sound to the Valley. Vega's mission is to blend reggaeton with house and electronic music. ON VALLEYCENTRAL+: [...]

Regina Susana Hernandez, a junior at Roma High School, became the first Roma ISD student chosen for the fully funded STARS at MIT Fly‑In Program, one of 23 selected nationwide from over 8,000 applicants. The three‑day program in Boston included campus tours and engineering workshops, and after returning to Roma she is organizing a group to assist other local students in applying.

Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Workforce Commission will award more than $20 million in 84 Jobs and Education for Texans grants to public junior, state and technical colleges, school districts and open‑enrollment charter schools across Texas. The funds will purchase equipment to start or improve career‑technical education, enabling over 7,400 students to be trained, including local programs for nurses, automotive technicians and HVAC mechanics.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A local home-care agency will host a luncheon event later this month to educate veterans about available resources. Amor Eterno Provider Services is based in Brownsville, but serves the entire Rio Grande Valley and assists with daily living tasks. Their clients include veterans, geriatric patients and pediatric patients. Amor Eterno Provider [...]

Brownsville police reported that 52‑year‑old bicyclist Jesse Nector Torres was killed after his bike collided with a northbound Jeep Compass on the 2500 block of Tulipan Street on Sunday, Oct. 11, at about 4:14 p.m. Witnesses said Torres failed to stop at a stop sign and fell, after which the Jeep ran over him. For Rio Grande Valley residents, the fatal crash occurred on Tulipan Street in Brownsville.

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A bicyclist died after being hit by a vehicle on Sunday afternoon in Brownsville, police said. Police identified the bicyclist as Jesse Nector Torres, 52. WEEKEND HEADLINES: McAllen ISD addresses viral video involving students At approximately 4:14 p.m., officers responded to the 2500 block of Tulipan Street regarding a traffic collision. [...]