In a significant drug interdiction effort, Border Patrol agents in Harlingen have successfully seized 95 pounds of marijuana, valued at approximately $76,000. The federal agency made the announcement via social media on Thursday, highlighting the effectiveness of their surveillance operations. The operation led to the identification and apprehension of two individuals who were caught on surveillance cameras handling the narcotics. The swift action by the Border Patrol agents ensured that the individuals were detained and taken into custody, preventing the illegal drugs from entering the commun ..read more

The Harlingen Police Department is investigating a deadly motorcycle crash that occurred late last night on Highway 499. The accident, which resulted in the death of the motorcycle rider, is believed to have been caused by speed. Sergeant Salvador Carmona, the lead investigator on the case, stated that officers initially responded to a report of a motorcycle left on the highway. Upon arrival, they found the rider, who had been ejected from the motorcycle, deceased at the scene. While alcohol has been ruled out as a factor, speed is believed to have played a role in the crash. Authorities are u ..read more

In a prompt response to a firearm incident this morning, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UT RGV) Clinical Education Building in Harlingen issued a shelter in place order, prioritizing the safety of students and staff. The incident, which took place in the parking lot of the neighboring Harlingen V.A. clinic, prompted university officials to take immediate action. According to university officials, the altercation that led to the safety measures was not related to the university community. The individuals involved, including the suspect and the victims, were not associated with UT RG ..read more

Harlingen, TX – The city of Harlingen is in shock after the tragic murder of 19-year-old Jonathan Albert Trancoso. Harlingen Police Department discovered Trancoso’s body last night at the Arroyo Hike and Bike Trail near the Business 77 bridge. He had sustained a gunshot wound. Police swiftly apprehended a suspect, who is now in custody facing a murder charge pending arraignment. The investigation into this heinous crime is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. Those with information can contact Harlingen PD at 956-265-5401 or Crime Stoppers at 956-425-847 ..read more

Authorities are continuing their efforts to remove individuals with illegal status in the country, with repatriation flights departing from designated areas, including the Rio Grande Valley along the border, just one day before President Biden’s arrival. This morning, dozens of men and women were deported to Colombia from the Valley International Airport in Harlingen. Approximately 130 people boarded the plane, with each individual facing varying lengths of bans from reentering the country, depending on their arrest history for illegal entry. “Some cases have a five-year ban, some cases have a ..read more

Officials say Gonzales’ nephew, 43-year-old Salomon Campos Jr. was arrested and charged with murder. On Sunday,June 21, police executed a search warrant at a home in Harlingen and a farm on Kansas City Road in La Feria. Authorities were able to locate Gonzalez’s remains after searching the property for over 3 days. “The dental records were checked and the remains were confirmed to be those of Ernest Gonzalez Jr: the attorney that has been missing since July 18,2017.” Michael Kester-Harlingen Police Department ..read more

HARLINGEN – After a video went viral on social media showing George Floyd an African American man was detained by a police officer who allegedly caused his death, dozens of individuals headed to the streets of Harlingen to unite with others across the nation and demand justice for George. Click on the video for the full story ..read more

A court hearing for Anthony Eliff, accused of killing a Harlingen man, has been postponed. Eliff allegedly shot and killed 41-year-old Guillermo Garcia in the chest in February. He was scheduled to receive formal charges on Wednesday. A petition was signed to move the date due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He declared himself not guilty and court will resume September 29.  ..read more

A 20-year-old man is behind bars in connection to the homicide of a 15-year-old girl. According to Harlingen police, Jesus Saldaña Ramirez was identified as the suspect in the murder of 15-year-old Alexandra Castillio. Click on video to view full story ..read more

25-year-old Jacob Turner was tested for COVID-19 when he started feeling ill. It wasn’t until his symptoms worsened that a second exam confirmed he caught Coronavirus. Jesse Turner, Jacob’s father and lead singer of the Tejano band Siggno, shared with Fox News that his son is one of the patients that tested positive for COVID-19. Jacob is a resident of the Veranda Rehabilitation Center in Harlingen after a car accident left him immobile in 2016. Click on video to view full story ..read more