{"articles":[{"id":"83ejve","title":"Textbook summer weather and more tropical dust on the way","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Students heading back to school Friday morning will be greeted by warm temperatures and clear skies, with readings expected to range from 80 to 83 degrees across the Valley. 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Mario Alberto Soto, 76, was last seen at his home located at the 1800 block of Palm Blvd. in Brownsville. 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That's all changed this summer, at least in the parts of the world with...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-josh-kushner-moves-into-spotlight-after-stunning-purchase-of-lakers-with-partner-bob-iger/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"GREG BEACHAM, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-14T01:15:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.295Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a7e6c424d74f6.05267123.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"josh-kushner-moves-into-spotlight-after-stunning-purchase-of-lakers-with-partner-bob-iger"},{"id":"pnyvnu","title":"Field of Dreams becomes the Hall of Fame, as 26 members come out of the corn for Phillies-Twins game","excerpt":"DYERSVILLE, Iowa (AP) — Major League Baseball came back to the Field of Dreams carrying a big piece of Cooperstown. 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Arnold, 23, is facing eigh...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-seahawks-and-cb-terrion-arnold-who-faces-felony-charges-are-working-on-a-deal-ap-source-says/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"ANDREW DESTIN, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-14T00:00:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.295Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a7e5bd1cec1a8.72241743.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"seahawks-and-cb-terrion-arnold-who-faces-felony-charges-are-working-on-a-deal-ap-source-says"},{"id":"gcf6xi","title":"From 800 acres to agritourism in four acres: Farmer adapts to survive labor shortage","excerpt":"ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Farmers across the Rio Grande Valley are feeling the impact of a shrinking agricultural workforce. Steven Obst, owner of Obst Family Farm, says finding reliable workers can be especially difficult for smaller farms. “It's hard to find people who are reliable and who...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/from-800-acres-to-agritourism-in-four-acres-farmer-adapts-to-survive-labor-shortage/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-08-13T23:33:23.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:34.612Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FScreenshot-2026-08-13-182839.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"from-800-acres-to-agritourism-in-four-acres-farmer-adapts-to-survive-labor-shortage"},{"id":"3i5wxy","title":"‘ICE tax’: Valley hardest hit in Texas from mass deportation campaign","excerpt":"T he Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign led to a 5% quarterly drop in construction jobs in the Rio Grande Valley during the third quarter of last year — the highest construction jobs decline on record for the region — while the cost of housing and services across the state is rising...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/13/ice-tax-valley-hardest-hit-in-texas-from-mass-deportation-campaign/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Steve Clark","publishDate":"2026-08-13T23:30:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.650Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F081326_BTX-Construction_01.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"ice-tax-valley-hardest-hit-in-texas-from-mass-deportation-campaign"},{"id":"4fu5bn","title":"Mission is transitioning into using AI. Here’s what that’ll look like.","excerpt":"Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia M ISSION — The city is planning to implement artificial intelligence into its everyday processes in an effort to improve efficiency. During a budget workshop Tuesday, Co-Interim City Manager Andy Garcia told the council following a presentation from IT Director...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/13/mission-is-transitioning-into-using-ai-heres-what-thatll-look-like/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Emily D'Gyves","publishDate":"2026-08-13T23:29:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.650Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F080526.MISSION-CITY-HALL.-dl-001.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"mission-is-transitioning-into-using-ai-heres-what-thatll-look-like"},{"id":"sjr6nu","title":"New Valley International Airport director set to take office","excerpt":"H ARLINGEN — Valley International Airport’s new aviation director is planning to meet with officials to discuss “priorities” after taking office, pointing to the airport’s potential amid the area’s growth. After a 10-month national search, city commissioners have approved the airport board of dir...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/13/new-valley-international-airport-director-set-to-take-office/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Fernando Del Valle","publishDate":"2026-08-13T23:28:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.650Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F080526_Juan-Antonio-Tony-Nevarez_01.png","needsImageFetch":false,"inBriefing":true,"slug":"new-valley-international-airport-director-set-to-take-office"},{"id":"j4295e","title":"Valley farmers seek solutions as ICE raids lead to labor shortages","excerpt":"M ONTE ALTO — Rio Grande Valley farmers are seeking solutions to the loss of labor they are facing after their farms have been repeatedly targeted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. That was the topic of discussion during a roundtable at Rio Farms Inc. with U.S. Rep. Monica De La...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/13/valley-farmers-seek-solutions-as-ice-raids-lead-to-labor-shortages/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Francisco E. Jimenez","publishDate":"2026-08-13T23:27:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.650Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F081226.RIO_FARMS.jm_.002.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"valley-farmers-seek-solutions-as-ice-raids-lead-to-labor-shortages"},{"id":"74o1vx","title":"Rio Grande Valley residents are feeling more negative about their lives. That could spill into the voting booth.","excerpt":"By Berenice Garcia | The Texas Tribune E DINBURG — At 50 years old, Abel Gonzalez says he’s happy to be involved in his eight-year dream career of filmmaking, something he sees as fostering the budding film industry in the Rio Grande Valley. But, he still has some anxieties. 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(Courtesy: PlaceNEW Studios) R ed Owl Boxing, a promotional company dedicated to platforming the next generation of boxers, will host Boxfest XX on Sept. 11 at Payne Arena in Hidalgo....","url":"https://myrgv.com/alerts-mcm/2026/08/13/boxfest-xx-to-be-televised-live-from-payne-arena/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Staff Report","publishDate":"2026-08-13T23:25:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.650Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2FPREVIEW-Courtesy_Giovanni-Marquez_01.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"boxfest-xx-to-be-televised-live-from-payne-arena"},{"id":"sqkrby","title":"Editorial: State should consider scheduling earlier dates for tax-free shopping","excerpt":"M ost Rio Grande Valley students are back in class by now, and parents can enjoy the break from having to keep their children occupied and out of trouble during the summer break. Many students and families now reflect on the past few months — a “what I did on my summer vacation” evaluation — and ...","url":"https://myrgv.com/alerts-brh/2026/08/13/editorial-state-should-consider-scheduling-earlier-dates-for-tax-free-shopping/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"AIM Media Texas Editorial Board","publishDate":"2026-08-13T23:24:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.650Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F08%2F081017.TAX-FREE.-dl-001.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"editorial-state-should-consider-scheduling-earlier-dates-for-tax-free-shopping"},{"id":"2wrvyr","title":"Commentary: The news isn’t all good","excerpt":"W e are accustomed to Texas topping virtually every ranking relating to the economy — most major corporate locations and expansions, top CEO perceptions, highest investment, and many others. By one measure, however, the results are more of a mixed bag. The list of top states for business compiled...","url":"https://myrgv.com/publications/the-monitor/2026/08/13/commentary-the-news-isnt-all-good/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"The Monitor Board of Contributors","publishDate":"2026-08-13T23:23:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:35.650Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F12%2FAP24226811761403.jpg","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"commentary-the-news-isnt-all-good"},{"id":"1tjuhd","title":"Lane Kiffin stands by D.J. Pickett wearing the No. 5 of former LSU QB Jayden Daniels","excerpt":"LSU coach Lane Kiffin said Thursday that he is standing by his initial stance on allowing cornerback D.J. 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He was bogey-free for a 5-under 65 that gave him a four-way share of the lead in the FedEx St. Jude Championship and boosted his hopes of extending his season. 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The changes will be made now through the end of August, the city said in a notice Thursday afternoon. \"This is a routine mainte...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/maintenance-work-may-cause-changes-in-san-benito-water-city-says/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-13T22:36:57.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:34.612Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F07%2Fshower.jpg%3Fw%3D800","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"maintenance-work-may-cause-changes-in-san-benito-water-city-says"},{"id":"4lz80","title":"La Joya ISD launches new service to help families with transportation concerns","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With the start of the school year already in motion, the La Joya Independent School District is prepared to help families get their loved ones to campus and back home safely. The La Joya ISD transportation help desk is the district's newest service designed to w...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/education/la-joya-isd-launches-new-service-to-help-families-with-transportation-concerns/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-13T22:24:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:34.612Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2Fla-joya-isd-school-bus.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"la-joya-isd-launches-new-service-to-help-families-with-transportation-concerns"},{"id":"75m22l","title":"District 16-5A DI Preview: McAllen trio appear early favorites in new-look district","excerpt":"Bryan Ramos | Staff Writer Every single team across the Rio Grande Valley is officially back on the practice field this week as the countdown to kick off of the 2026 Texas high school football season continues. 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Sonderling said it was important to view how the workforce policies being promoted in...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/us-department-of-labor-secretary-keith-sonderling-visits-tsc/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-08-13T21:41:41.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-14T02:00:34.612Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FScreenshot-2026-08-13-153206.png%3Fw%3D900","needsImageFetch":false,"slug":"us-department-of-labor-secretary-keith-sonderling-visits-tsc"},{"id":"ezvjwl","title":"Ty Gibbs will drive M&M's-themed car in memory of Kyle Busch in next month's race at Bristol","excerpt":"BRISTOL, Tenn. 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Boston recorded a franchise record-tying 15-game winning stretch, matching a mark from 1946, before it was stopped on July 22. 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Instead, they loaded the bases against Athletics reliever Hogan Harris after scoring a run, but Ian White lined out solidly to center field to ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-boston-fails-to-post-2nd-win-streak-of-10-plus-in-a-season-for-1st-time-falls-to-as-7-3/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"KEN POWTAK, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-09T00:38:06.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T20:00:48.115Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a77d0131797c4.18521436.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"boston-fails-to-post-2nd-win-streak-of-10-plus-in-a-season-for-1st-time-falls-to-as-7-3"},{"id":"xrl9tk","title":"Collier, Miles go to work late and carry the WNBA-leading Lynx past the Aces","excerpt":"MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Lynx had seen a double-digit lead cut to four points in the final two minutes of the third quarter of their game against the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday. 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(AP) — San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said Saturday he is nearly fully recovered from the car crash that has limited him this summer and is ready to coach the team's first exhibition game on Thursday night. Shanahan has been working his way back to full speed since th...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-49ers-coach-kyle-shanahan-plans-to-coach-the-exhibition-opener-following-car-crash/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"JOSH DUBOW, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-08T23:22:24.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T20:00:48.115Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a77bb04824551.87599453.jpeg%3Fw%3D480","slug":"49ers-coach-kyle-shanahan-plans-to-coach-the-exhibition-opener-following-car-crash"},{"id":"i0r1so","title":"Repeat felon attempted to bite police during arrest, sentenced to 11 years in federal prison","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An Edinburg man was sentenced to more than 11 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute meth and being a felon in possession of a firearm, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Texas. 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On March 6, 41 year old Robert Steven Lanier pleaded guilty to coercio...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/laredo-man-sentenced-to-12-years-in-prison-for-trying-to-meet-minor-on-kik-app/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-08T21:44:59.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T20:00:45.099Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F06%2Fjail-prison-generic.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"laredo-man-sentenced-to-12-years-in-prison-for-trying-to-meet-minor-on-kik-app"},{"id":"25730w","title":"ValleyCentral Weekend Report: ICE agent extradition update, County beach fees increase and more","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On this week’s edition of ValleyCentral Weekend Report, Anchor Alexia Serrata breaks down all the news of the week. Starting with the biggest stories of the week, in case you missed them. 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Two Swedish think tanks with impeccable credentials report the depressing figures: the Uppsala Conflict Data Program and the Stockholm International Peace ...","url":"https://myrgv.com/newsletter/position-1/2026/08/08/commentary-were-experiencing-surge-in-armed-conflict-throughout-the-world/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Guest Contributor","publishDate":"2026-08-08T16:12:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T20:00:48.940Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F04%2FAP26108447289863.jpg","slug":"commentary-were-experiencing-surge-in-armed-conflict-throughout-the-world"},{"id":"rgb2b6","title":"Missing Edcouch woman found dead, autopsy report pending: Police","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An autopsy report has been ordered after the body of a missing Edcouch woman was found overnight during a search operation, according to an update from the Edcouch Police Department. Adela Davila was last seen at approximately 3 p.m. on Friday at 900 West Adkins...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/police-seek-help-finding-missing-edcouch-woman/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-08T15:13:20.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T20:00:45.099Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fpolice-tape-e1762277918981_ea4cee.jpg%3Fw%3D800","slug":"missing-edcouch-woman-found-dead-autopsy-report-pending-police"},{"id":"u1ma5n","title":"McAllen ISD's TECHnovate conference focuses on intersection of technology and learning","excerpt":"McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With the rapid rise in artificial intelligence technology, a lot of aspects of society are changing, including education. At McAllen ISD, they're embracing the change. About 2,500 McAllen ISD educators gathered on Friday for the district's 12th annual TECHnovate c...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mcallen-isds-technovate-conference-focuses-on-intersection-of-technology-and-learning/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-08-08T01:10:38.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T20:00:45.099Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FScreenshot-2026-08-07-172213.png%3Fw%3D561","slug":"mcallen-isds-technovate-conference-focuses-on-intersection-of-technology-and-learning"},{"id":"k5s67b","title":"Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Luke Kuechly, Adam Vinatieri and Roger Craig enter the Hall of Fame","excerpt":"CANTON, Ohio (AP) — Drew Brees stood on stage next to his bronze bust, in front of Who Dat Nation, and took his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 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According to a public service announcement from Brownsville police, the department has been made aware of yet another surge of scam calls. Authorities say the public has report...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/brownsville-police-warn-of-scam-call-surge/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-07T23:17:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T18:00:45.237Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2023%2F11%2FGettyImages-1421329944-e1698943425940.jpg%3Fw%3D800","slug":"brownsville-police-warn-of-scam-call-surge"},{"id":"5scaz6","title":"Kayaking facility now open at Olmito Nature Park","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Olmito Nature Park is now making its mark as a kayaking destination in the Rio Grande Valley. Cameron County leaders celebrated the new kayak addition on Friday with a ribbon cutting ceremony. \"We're not aware of any other kayak launching like this within Ca...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/kayaking-facility-now-open-at-olmito-nature-park/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-07T23:10:12.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T18:00:45.237Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2Folmito-kayak-launch.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"kayaking-facility-now-open-at-olmito-nature-park"},{"id":"psysfe","title":"New playgrounds open along trails at Brownsville Event Center","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two new playgrounds are now open along the Paseo Trail at the Brownsville Event Center. 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Pamela Ruth Taylor, 31, has been charged with driving wit...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/woman-had-invalid-license-at-time-of-brownsville-fatal-collision-docs/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-07T23:06:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T18:00:45.237Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FPamela-Ruth-Taylor.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"woman-had-invalid-license-at-time-of-brownsville-fatal-collision-docs"},{"id":"wcxhis","title":"Clear out your unwanted items at Trash Bash in Harlingen","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Harlingen is inviting residents to dispose of unwanted household items at its Trash Bash event happening this weekend. 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The Harlingen Police Department identified the suspect as Yuliana Perez and said she was arrested Tuesday. Authorities began the investigation on May 19 afte...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/07/brownsville-woman-charged-with-theft-of-750k-from-valley-cancer-associates/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Staff Report","publishDate":"2026-08-07T20:15:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T14:01:11.227Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F136821227_web1_Screenshot-2026-08-07-145801-preview.jpg","slug":"brownsville-woman-charged-with-theft-of-750k-from-valley-cancer-associates"},{"id":"amqzlv","title":"Police find migrants inside truck at Donna Love's Travel Stop","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Donna police officers found migrants inside a truck parked at Love's Travel Stop on Friday morning. 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Deion George James, 32, was charged with aggravated robbery, a first-degree felony, and failu...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/voices-in-his-head-told-him-to-do-it-man-told-teller-he-had-a-gun-during-brownsville-bank-robbery/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-07T19:24:42.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T14:01:09.586Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-8.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"voices-in-his-head-told-him-to-do-it-man-told-teller-he-had-a-gun-during-brownsville-bank-robbery"},{"id":"jdqmxy","title":"Rio Grande Valley teachers of the year highlight devotion, passion for education","excerpt":"McAllen ISD Homer J. 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Perez has been doing comedy for nine years and has hosted the Comedy Open Mic Night at The Gremlin for about two years. 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From preventive screenings and routine care to the management o...","url":"https://myrgv.com/ask-the-expert/2026/08/07/south-texas-health-system-edinburg-named-a-u-s-news-world-report-best-regional-hospital-for-community-access-for-third-consecutive-year/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Guest Contributor","publishDate":"2026-08-07T18:29:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T14:01:11.227Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F06%2FSTHS-Edinburg-2.jpg","slug":"south-texas-health-system-edinburg-named-a-us-news-world-report-best-regional-hospital-for-community"},{"id":"7celil","title":"Newly appointed U.S. Attorney Aaron Reitz touts Trump policies in Valley visit","excerpt":"Aaron Reitz, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, poses for a photo at the federal courthouse Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, in McAllen. 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Johnson missed four days of training camp this week for personal reasons before he returned Friday. The 36-year-old Johnson was a first-round pick in 201...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-eagles-all-pro-offensive-lineman-lane-johnson-says-his-14th-season-will-probably-be-his-last/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-08T17:07:45.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T12:01:06.693Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a776315c14db7.48660836.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"eagles-all-pro-offensive-lineman-lane-johnson-says-his-14th-season-will-probably-be-his-last"},{"id":"dt98qt","title":"WNBA commissioner says league will continue discussing issue of transgender participation","excerpt":"WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has sent a memo to teams that addresses ongoing discussions around transgender athletes in women's basketball. “I know many of you have received questions in recent weeks regarding transgender athlete participation in women’s basketball, and I expect this topic w...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-wnba-commissioner-says-league-will-continue-discussing-issue-of-transgender-participation/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-08T16:37:43.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-11T04:00:25.894Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a775c0e14f522.74024558.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"wnba-commissioner-says-league-will-continue-discussing-issue-of-transgender-participation"},{"id":"x57mh9","title":"College sports bill doesn't get vote, but does get spot on the Senate's September calendar","excerpt":"The Protect College Sports Act failed to reach a vote during an all-night, pre-recess session in the Senate that ended early Saturday, though the bill did gain a spot on next month's calendar after the chamber comes back from its summer break. 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Arjenis Baltazar Garcia, 30, of Valle Hermoso, Tamaulipas, sold a kilogram — about 2.2 pounds — of cocaine to an FBI informant during October 2023. “We’re a...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/smuggler-who-sold-cocaine-to-fbi-informant-sentenced-to-nearly-5-years-in-prison/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Dave Hendricks","publishDate":"2026-08-07T11:32:35.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T22:00:45.335Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F11%2FArjenis-Garcia-DPS-Photo-Large.png%3Fw%3D575","slug":"smuggler-who-sold-cocaine-to-fbi-informant-sentenced-to-nearly-5-years-in-prison"},{"id":"mq028q","title":"Police investigate Mission Regional Hospital bomb threat hoax","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Mission Police Department is investigating a bomb threat hoax that was allegedly made against the Mission Regional Hospital on Thursday. Police responded to the bomb threat call at approximately 8:10 p.m. A spokesperson with the Mission Police Department sai...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/bomb-threat-reported-at-mission-regional-hospital/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-07T02:30:46.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T22:00:45.335Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FMedia-3.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"police-investigate-mission-regional-hospital-bomb-threat-hoax"},{"id":"vjm0p7","title":"Hurricane forecast, African dust, and a celestial treat for the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Three very different sky stories are coming together now through next week — one from the tropics, one from space, and one riding in on desert winds. First, the updated NOAA hurricane outlook continues to lean toward a quieter-than-average Atlantic season. For ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/hurricane-forecast-african-dust-and-a-celestial-treat-for-the-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-08-07T01:40:14.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T22:00:45.335Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2Fslot0_ba685a.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"hurricane-forecast-african-dust-and-a-celestial-treat-for-the-valley"},{"id":"ikevot","title":"High heat and sun expected across the Valley","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — After a weekend that included a few isolated showers, we head into a work week that won't include more than a rogue shower today. We are looking for mostly sunny skies and high temperatures really close to our seasonal norms for the day. 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Waldschmidt connected on a slider, hitting a shot to ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-waldschmidt-walks-off-la-with-2-run-hr-as-d-backs-hand-dodgers-8th-straight-loss/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DAVID BRANDT, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-08T04:48:49.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T20:00:46.427Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a76b5a429e655.84092381.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"waldschmidt-walks-off-la-with-2-run-hr-as-d-backs-hand-dodgers-7th-straight-loss"},{"id":"vlbux4","title":"Beau Hossler leads Wyndham Championship as Keegan Bradley barely keeps alive postseason hopes","excerpt":"GREENSBORO, N.C. 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The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner said the 29-year-old basketball player's death was accidental. Clarke was found dead inside a home near Lo...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-memphis-forward-brandon-clarke-died-from-effects-of-heroin-and-cocaine-authorities-say/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-07T21:34:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T20:00:46.427Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a765a3221ea15.06844914.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"memphis-forward-brandon-clarke-died-from-effects-of-heroin-and-cocaine-authorities-say"},{"id":"2vperh","title":"US Senate adds Missouri to the list of teams with a claim to college football's 1960 national title","excerpt":"WASHINGTON (AP) — Four teams had claims to the 1960 national championship in college football. The U.S. Senate is adding Missouri to that list. Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., introduced a resolution during a meeting Thursday recognizing the Tigers for a claim to the national title. The measure was pas...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-us-senate-adds-missouri-to-the-list-of-teams-with-a-claim-to-college-footballs-1960-national-title/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-07T20:29:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T20:00:46.427Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a76406bd3b993.17284687.jpeg%3Fw%3D760","slug":"us-senate-adds-missouri-to-the-list-of-teams-with-a-claim-to-college-footballs-1960-national-title"},{"id":"lrn2yc","title":"Titans lock up Peter Skoronski with a rich extension as the NFL's highest-paid guard","excerpt":"NASHVILLE, Tenn. 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The Bills announced the signing, while a person with kno...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-bills-agree-to-sign-right-guard-torrence-to-4-year-extension-with-46m-guaranteed-ap-source-says/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"JOHN WAWROW, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-07T19:29:06.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T20:00:46.427Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a76326f7cedd5.04334339.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"bills-continue-investing-in-protecting-allen-by-signing-guard-torrence-to-4-year-contract-extension"},{"id":"k3p2n0","title":"Harlingen City Commission revises public comment proposal","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen City Commission met on Wednesday for its initial review of a draft proposing changes and regulations to its code of conduct about the public comment period at city meetings. A draft of the proposed changes was first presented at a city meeting on J...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-city-commission-revises-public-comment-proposal/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Roni Silva and Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-07T01:08:46.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T20:00:44.822Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2Fcity-of-harlingen-meeting-aug-6.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"harlingen-city-commission-revises-public-comment-proposal"},{"id":"h14ios","title":"'Even a technical error could cost you': New USCIS rule raises concerns","excerpt":"EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A new policy change at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services could make it easier for the agency to deny certain immigration applications without first giving applicants a chance to fix missing information. The change took effect immediately and impacts peopl...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/even-a-technical-error-could-cost-you-new-uscis-rule-raises-concerns/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-08-07T00:54:45.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T20:00:44.822Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2Fdhs-building.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"even-a-technical-error-could-cost-you-new-uscis-rule-raises-concerns"},{"id":"l3h0iq","title":"Valley counties recruiting poll workers for Nov. 3 election","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Nov. 3 general election is a little less than three months away and local elections administrators are beginning to staff up with poll workers for both early voting and Election Day. Poll workers are responsible for setting up polling locations, checking in ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/valley-counties-recruiting-poll-workers-for-nov-3-election/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-08-07T00:46:41.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-10T20:00:44.822Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FGettyImages-2181411771_989d20-e1730318889836.jpg%3Fw%3D800","slug":"valley-counties-recruiting-poll-workers-for-nov-3-election"},{"id":"nbeicv","title":"Cyclones' new coach believes they can reach Big 12 title game. 'We're not signing up for 2nd place'","excerpt":"New Iowa State coach Jimmy Rogers is nothing if not confident. The Cyclones are picked last in the Big 12 preseason media poll, return no starters and had 55 players transfer after Rogers was hired to replace Matt Campbell, who took 24 of the best with him to Penn State. 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After the Rams held their final practice of camp Thursday, McVay said Donald's formal workout with the team went well at...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-rams-wrap-up-training-camp-practices-with-no-comeback-decision-from-aaron-donald/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"GREG BEACHAM, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-07T02:49:21.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-09T20:00:05.674Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a7547fc38d4c2.62965109.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"rams-wrap-up-training-camp-practices-with-no-comeback-decision-from-aaron-donald"},{"id":"x2xtj8","title":"Mission asks AG to withhold complaints, grievances against police chief","excerpt":"Cesar Torres speaks following his swearing-in as police chief of the city of Mission on Monday, May 2, 2022. 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Fernando Mireles, 32, of San Juan owned a business that allegedly laundered money for La Familia, a drug cartel based in Michoacan, Mexico. “T...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/judge-sets-bond-at-100000-for-ropa-usada-businessman-linked-to-la-familia-cartel/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Dave Hendricks","publishDate":"2026-08-06T22:11:07.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-09T16:00:36.132Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2024%2F08%2FGH010953.MP4.21_53_37_22.Still001.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"judge-sets-bond-at-100000-for-ropa-usada-businessman-linked-to-la-familia-cartel"},{"id":"o8suog","title":"Mission High’s Aguirre, Economedes’ Vega run to gold at Yellow Jacket Invitational","excerpt":"IVAN PALACIOS | STAFF WRITER ELSA — Mission High junior Ryan Aguirre and Edinburg Economedes senior Anahi Vega opened their 2026 cross country campaigns in dominant fashion Thursday, leading from start to finish to capture their respective races and earn gold medals at the 38th annual Yellow Jack...","url":"https://myrgv.com/rgvsports/2026/08/06/mission-highs-aguirre-economedes-vega-run-to-gold-at-yellow-jacket-invitational/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Staff Report","publishDate":"2026-08-06T22:09:02.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-09T16:00:38.786Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2FMixCollage-06-Aug-2026-12-59-PM-4248.jpg","slug":"mission-highs-aguirre-economedes-vega-run-to-gold-at-yellow-jacket-invitational"},{"id":"nsig4n","title":"Jaylen Brown processing how he became a former Celtic. 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William Lleo, 44, was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, a second-degree felony an...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/arrest-made-after-shooting-at-brownsville-golden-corral/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-08-06T18:05:23.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-09T04:00:36.381Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-10.png%3Fw%3D800","slug":"arrest-made-after-shooting-at-brownsville-golden-corral"},{"id":"bf1zyy","title":"Geno Smith’s red, sun glare-tackling contacts are a sight to see at Jets camp","excerpt":"FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Geno Smith is seeing things a bit differently with the New York Jets this time around. No, it's not quite rose-colored glasses. But the veteran quarterback is wearing red contact lenses during training camp this summer in his return to the team that drafted him in 2013. ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-geno-smiths-red-sun-glare-tackling-contacts-are-a-sight-to-see-at-jets-camp/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DENNIS WASZAK Jr., Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-06T19:50:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-09T02:00:37.277Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a74e6b9e57020.03677910.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"geno-smiths-red-sun-glare-tackling-contacts-are-a-sight-to-see-at-jets-camp"},{"id":"jz0694","title":"Mariners reliever Gabe Speier suspended for three games, manager Dan Wilson for one game","excerpt":"SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle Mariners reliever Gabe Speier was given a three-game suspension Thursday after hitting Detroit’s Gleyber Torres with a pitch in the eighth inning of Wednesday night's game. Speier is appealing the ban, according to the MLB Players Association. Additionally, Mariners manager...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-mariners-reliever-gabe-speier-suspended-for-three-games-manager-dan-wilson-for-one-game/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"LUKE OLSON, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-06T19:12:35.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-09T02:00:37.277Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a74dd6272e448.14772668.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"mariners-reliever-gabe-speier-suspended-for-three-games-manager-dan-wilson-for-one-game"},{"id":"17wzrw","title":"FIFA's president held off an internal revolt. Next up is a hotly contested election","excerpt":"MANCHESTER, England (AP) — FIFA president Gianni Infantino held off the potential of an internal revolt during a summit meeting in Morocco this week. A scathing response from European soccer's governing body on Thursday, however, showed that he still has a fight on his hands to hold onto power. 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That's part of what makes it all so sweet. The 26-year-old knows she could have walked away following her final season at Oregon State in the spring of 2025, with a resume stuffed with Olym...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-jade-carey-returns-home-to-the-us-gymnastics-championships-with-no-expectations-no-pressure/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"WILL GRAVES, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-06T18:01:57.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-09T02:00:37.277Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a74ccf14ad613.36964678.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"jade-carey-returns-home-to-the-us-gymnastics-championships-with-no-expectations-no-pressure"},{"id":"hyd0e2","title":"Letters: Commenting about letters","excerpt":"Ernesto Gorena wants to know how Republicans and Donald Trump are trying to kill democracy (letters, July 20). 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Teachers and college students are also more than welcome to submit pictures....","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/gallery-share-your-back-to-school-photos-with-valleycentral/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-08-06T16:19:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-08T22:00:25.771Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FBACK-TO-SCHOOL-PIC-GFX.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"gallery-share-your-back-to-school-photos-with-valleycentral"},{"id":"qr15rw","title":"New era for USA Basketball with Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers set for World Cup debuts","excerpt":"NEW YORK (AP) — Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers will make their World Cup debuts as members of the U.S. women's national team next month. 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The federal agent said he shot Sanchez Barbosa in self defense amid a fight that broke out whe...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/a-border-agent-killed-a-migrant-who-crossed-into-starr-county-eight-months-later-its-still-under-investigation/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Lomi Kriel, The Texas Tribune","publishDate":"2026-08-06T15:29:02.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-08T18:00:24.582Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FRoma-Border-Crossing-SP-1692-.webp%3Fw%3D900","slug":"a-border-agent-killed-a-migrant-who-crossed-into-starr-county-eight-months-later-its-still-under-inv"},{"id":"splxdt","title":"Swiss ski great Lara Gut-Behrami retires after Olympic gold and world titles","excerpt":"BERN, Switzerland (AP) — Olympic gold medalist and two-time world champion Lara Gut-Behrami announced her retirement from Alpine skiing on Thursday. The speed specialist from Switzerland won the Olympic super-G gold medal in the 2022 Beijing Games among three career Olympic medals, and the 2021 w...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-swiss-ski-great-lara-gut-behrami-retires-after-olympic-gold-and-world-titles/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-06T13:53:38.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-08T18:00:27.393Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a749f340b2be9.63425870.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"swiss-ski-great-lara-gut-behrami-retires-after-olympic-gold-and-world-titles"},{"id":"pv8oj","title":"Spain confident it will host the 2030 World Cup final because it 'deserves' it","excerpt":"MADRID (AP) — The Spanish government remained confident the final of the 2030 World Cup will be in Spain. 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Assistant Attorney General Vi Thanh Hoang directed Mission on July 17 to release information relating to a public information reques...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/05/mission-fails-to-release-public-info-despite-ag-ruling/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Emily D'Gyves","publishDate":"2026-08-06T00:13:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T22:00:28.137Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F080526.MISSION-CITY-HALL.-dl-002.jpg","slug":"mission-fails-to-release-public-info-despite-ag-ruling"},{"id":"ona37b","title":"James Talarico Accused Ken Paxton of Voter Fraud. His Own Voter Registration Is Raising Questions.","excerpt":"This story was originally co-published by ProPublica and The Texas Tribune . By Kayla Guo | The Texas Tribune and Zach Despart | ProPublica and The Texas Tribune T exas state Rep. James Talarico voted in five elections using his parents’ address after purchasing a home for himself nearby, a pract...","url":"https://myrgv.com/alerts-vms/2026/08/05/james-talarico-accused-ken-paxton-of-voter-fraud-his-own-voter-registration-is-raising-questions/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"ProPublica","publishDate":"2026-08-06T00:12:09.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T22:00:28.137Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F07%2F071526.TALARICO.jm_.001.jpg","slug":"james-talarico-accused-ken-paxton-of-voter-fraud-his-own-voter-registration-is-raising-questions"},{"id":"l9ozq4","title":"Starbase impact: SpaceX highlights contributions and support","excerpt":"S paceX recently issued its Starbase impact report for the second quarter of 2026, meant to highlight the ways the company is “driving growth in the Rio Grande Valley.” The report leads with scholarships the company has funded, intended to “spark curiosity in science, technology and space explora...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/05/starbase-impact-spacex-highlights-contributions-and-support/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Steve Clark","publishDate":"2026-08-06T00:11:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T22:00:28.137Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F03%2F031826_City-of-Starbase_03.jpg","slug":"starbase-impact-spacex-highlights-contributions-and-support"},{"id":"cyj8mb","title":"McAllen Masonic lodge murder suspect had Freemason obsession, testimony shows","excerpt":"Robert Wise (Courtesy: GoFundMe campaign ) E DINBURG — Evidence presented during the second day of testimony against a 38-year-old Alamo man accused of shooting and killing a member of the McAllen Masonic lodge indicates he had an obsession with Freemasons and conspiracy theories while blaming th...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/05/mcallen-masonic-lodge-murder-suspect-had-freemason-obsession-testimony-shows/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Xavier Alvarez","publishDate":"2026-08-06T00:10:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T22:00:28.137Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F080426.DIAZ_TRIAL.jm_.001.jpg","slug":"mcallen-masonic-lodge-murder-suspect-had-freemason-obsession-testimony-shows"},{"id":"st2rz4","title":"‘Burgeoning scene’: Comedy’s alive at The Gremlin downtown McAllen","excerpt":"Ray Perez, organizer of Comedy Open Mic Night at The Gremlin in McAllen, introduces the next comedian on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Perez has been doing comedy for nine years and has hosted the Comedy Open Mic Night at The Gremlin for about two years. (Omar Zapata | The Monitor) O n Wednesday nigh...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/07/burgeoning-scene-comedys-alive-at-the-gremlin-downtown-mcallen/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Alexandrea Bailey","publishDate":"2026-08-07T18:59:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T20:00:28.284Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F136819532_web1_01_DSCF9360.jpg","slug":"burgeoning-scene-comedys-alive-at-the-gremlin-downtown-mcallen"},{"id":"1gk61t","title":"4Ever Family: Kylie, Kevin & Kaylee","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Every week, CBS 4 works to find a forever home for a Rio Grande Valley foster child as part of our “4Ever Family” partnership with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Kylie Meet Kylie, a 14-year-old girl with the sweetest and most bubbly pers...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/cbs4-cares/4ever-family/4ever-family-kylie-kevin-kaylee/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-08-07T16:45:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T20:00:27.233Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FSibling-full-multipage-.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"4ever-family-kylie-kevin-kaylee"},{"id":"5y9o9a","title":"Buc-ee's to open new location in San Marcos","excerpt":"On Aug. 12, Buc-ee's will open its newest travel center in San Marcos, marking the company’s 57th location.","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/texas/buc-ees-to-open-new-location-in-san-marcos/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News","author":"Julianna Russ","publishDate":"2026-08-07T15:36:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T20:00:27.233Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FGettyImages-2157324492_2fa143.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"buc-ees-to-open-new-location-in-san-marcos"},{"id":"nhiesr","title":"Rain chances rise over the weekend but not a washout","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — We'll see a mix of sun and clouds over the next few days, which will keep highs for a majority of the Valley in the upper 90s. This is still around average for early August, but a slight dip in temperatures is always nice. Widespread dew points hovering around t...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/rain-chances-rise-over-the-weekend-but-not-a-washout/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News","author":"Lexie Walker","publishDate":"2026-08-07T14:32:01.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T20:00:27.233Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F161ca483-4dfd-4d36-90a0-0b42144862c4.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"rain-chances-rise-over-the-weekend-but-not-a-washout"},{"id":"c1evbp","title":"Driscoll invests over $9M for Pediatric Intensive Care Unit expansion","excerpt":"D riscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley is expanding its pediatric critical care services, adding 15 more beds to its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, or PICU. Through a more than $9.1 million investment, the freestanding children’s hospital in Edinburg will be transforming shell space, int...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/05/driscoll-invests-over-9m-for-pediatric-intensive-care-unit-expansion/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Erika De Los Reyes","publishDate":"2026-08-06T00:09:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T20:00:28.284Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F08%2F082024.DRISCOLL_NICU.jm_.005.jpg","slug":"driscoll-invests-over-9m-for-pediatric-intensive-care-unit-expansion"},{"id":"7do3ov","title":"Hidalgo County Historical Commission receives Distinguished Service Award","excerpt":"O n Tuesday, it was announced that the Texas Historical Commission has awarded the Hidalgo County Historical Commission the 2025 Distinguished Service Award. 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The club made the move following a nightmarish stretch in which the three-time All-Star could never seem to get on track. The Pirates, who entered Wednesday 3 1/2 ga...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-pirates-to-release-marcell-ozuna-promote-ronny-simon-for-roster-spot-ap-source-says/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"WILL GRAVES, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-05T22:45:38.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T20:00:28.049Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a73be43a979a0.86002580.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"pirates-cut-ties-with-veteran-slugger-marcell-ozuna-after-a-nightmarish-slump-amid-playoff-chase"},{"id":"kxuira","title":"Crow-Armstrong goes deep twice as the Cubs sweep Ohtani and the Dodgers with a wild 7-6 win","excerpt":"CHICAGO (AP) — Pete Crow-Armstrong homered twice and drove in four runs, and the Chicago Cubs swept Shohei Ohtani and the struggling Los Angeles Dodgers with a wild 7-6 victory on Wednesday. Nico Hoerner added three hits as Chicago won for the fourth time in five games. 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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and the Maryland Jockey Club announced the decision Wednesday. 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If you want to see starters play, wait until next month when the games count in the standings. Or watch joint practices. The exhibition schedule kicks off Thursday night with B...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-itll-be-carson-beck-vs-kenny-pickett-when-cardinals-panthers-open-the-nfls-exhibition-season/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"ROB MAADDI, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-05T18:06:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T16:00:33.644Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a737cb18ba1c2.50832343.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"itll-be-carson-beck-vs-kenny-pickett-when-cardinals-panthers-open-the-nfls-exhibition-season"},{"id":"6gwnmj","title":"Falcons' Jalon Walker to miss the 2026 season with a torn ACL","excerpt":"Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Jalon Walker will miss the 2026 season with a torn ACL, the organization announced Wednesday. 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Ugandan sporting news website NBS Sport said four members of the nation's boxing squad had reportedly gone missing in Scotland and d...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-scottish-police-looking-into-reports-of-missing-athletes-at-the-commonwealth-games/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-05T11:46:48.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T16:00:33.644Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a735636541300.78805192.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"scottish-police-looking-into-reports-of-missing-athletes-at-the-commonwealth-games"},{"id":"qebadk","title":"Liverpool icon Mohamed Salah arrives in Istanbul ahead of Trabzonspor move","excerpt":"MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Mohamed Salah was greeted by cheering Trabzonspor fans in Istanbul on Wednesday as he closed in on a move to the Turkish club. The Liverpool icon wore the team’s blue and burgundy striped shirt after flying in on a private jet to complete the deal. 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The $700,000 project’s scope of work includes a new 9,839-square-foot building shell to be constructed, accor...","url":"https://myrgv.com/alerts-brh/2026/08/04/another-dollar-tree-is-coming-to-brownsville/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Staff Report","publishDate":"2026-08-05T00:11:53.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T00:00:37.297Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F092123.MERCEDES.jm_.007.jpg","slug":"another-dollar-tree-is-coming-to-brownsville"},{"id":"rt26u4","title":"Trial underway for man accused in McAllen Masonic lodge murder","excerpt":"Robert Wise (Courtesy: GoFundMe campaign ) E DINBURG — The trial for a man accused of shooting and killing a man outside the McAllen Masonic lodge in 2023 began with a focus on a slew of arson cases believed to be associated with the murder suspect. Julio Diaz, 38, is facing murder and arson char...","url":"https://myrgv.com/local-news/2026/08/04/trial-underway-for-man-accused-in-mcallen-masonic-lodge-murder/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Xavier Alvarez","publishDate":"2026-08-05T00:10:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-07T00:00:37.297Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F080426.DIAZ_TRIAL.jm_.001.jpg","slug":"trial-underway-for-man-accused-in-mcallen-masonic-lodge-murder"},{"id":"mg7oa2","title":"Full circle: Officials assure Jackson Ranch’s place in Valley history","excerpt":"A little church just past a strip of border wall in the Rio Grande Valley once served as a resting point for slaves seeking freedom in Mexico. Recently, with the help of a life-long historical researcher, Hidalgo County leaders ensured its place in history. 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Moniak agreed Tuesday to a $16.25 million, two-year contract that covers ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-rockies-lock-up-outfielder-mickey-moniak-with-a-16-25-million-2-year-contract-for-2027-and-28/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"PAT GRAHAM, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-04T23:24:15.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T20:00:46.589Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a727618bc3df8.71992642.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"rockies-lock-up-outfielder-mickey-moniak-with-a-1625-million-2-year-contract-for-2027-and-28"},{"id":"869joz","title":"Judge throws out marriage fraud charge in federal ropa usada investigation","excerpt":"McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A judge dismissed a marriage fraud case on Tuesday after concluding the government had some evidence — but not enough to establish probable cause. U.S. Magistrate Judge Nadia S. Medrano dismissed the case against Ana Karen Quintero Cardenas on Tuesday afternoon. “...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/judge-throws-out-marriage-fraud-charge-in-federal-ropa-usada-investigation/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Dave Hendricks","publishDate":"2026-08-04T23:22:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T20:00:44.428Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2024%2F08%2FGH010953.MP4.21_53_37_22.Still001.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"judge-throws-out-marriage-fraud-charge-in-federal-ropa-usada-investigation"},{"id":"izxqss","title":"Guardians' new additions happy to be part of postseason push","excerpt":"CLEVELAND (AP) — Manager Stephen Vogt lauded the Cleveland Guardians' front office for adding three players during Monday's trade deadline. Now it's up to Vogt and the new-look Guardians to capitalize on the addition of outfielder Jo Adell, first baseman Nathaniel Lowe and pitcher Foster Griffin ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-guardians-new-additions-happy-to-be-part-of-postseason-push/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"JOE REEDY, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-04T22:56:32.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T20:00:46.589Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a726f6082a424.24873288.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"guardians-new-additions-happy-to-be-part-of-postseason-push"},{"id":"3bh09s","title":"Jadeveon Clowney returns to the Texans, chasing a Super Bowl in his 13th season","excerpt":"HOUSTON (AP) — Jadeveon Clowney never imagined he’d play for the Texans again when he was traded to Seattle amid a contract dispute before the 2019 season. 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(AP) — Green Bay's Micah Parsons doesn't know exactly when he will be cleared to play in an NFL game this season, but the All-Pro edge rusher is warning opponents to be ready for him to unleash the frustration that's built while he's been sidelined. 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Vice President JD Vance was set to visit the Port of Brownsville alongside Secretary Wright but had to change h...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/us-energy-secretary-chris-wright-visits-port-of-brownsville/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-04T20:01:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T20:00:44.428Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FAP26212586431881.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"us-energy-secretary-chris-wright-visits-port-of-brownsville"},{"id":"eqwiim","title":"Trading Rutschman could help the Orioles, but it's a sign of how badly their plans went awry","excerpt":"Seven years after drafting Adley Rutschman with the top overall pick, Orioles president Mike Elias traded the All-Star catcher to division rival Boston on Monday. In the interim, Baltimore managed one division title and one wild card before falling under .500. So Elias was asked point blank why f...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-trading-rutschman-could-help-the-orioles-but-its-a-sign-of-how-badly-their-plans-went-awry/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"NOAH TRISTER, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-04T19:55:55.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T20:00:46.589Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a7244e565c5b6.52240682.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"trading-rutschman-could-help-the-orioles-but-its-a-sign-of-how-badly-their-plans-went-awry"},{"id":"9hzb0z","title":"This summer isn’t breaking heat records — yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists say","excerpt":"By SETH BORENSTEIN | AP Science Writer W ildfires are burning in North America and Europe. 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The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the terms hadn't been announced. The a...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-ravens-reach-contract-extension-with-2-time-pro-bowl-receiver-zay-flowers/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"NOAH TRISTER, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-04T17:57:03.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T16:00:13.427Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a7228d422c6a5.90913144.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"ravens-reach-contract-extension-with-2-time-pro-bowl-receiver-zay-flowers"},{"id":"4j3yef","title":"Donna conducts emergency water leak repair","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Donna Utilities Department will conduct an emergency water leak repair Tuesday afternoon. Beginning at 1 p.m., water service will be temporarily interrupted on the 400 to 500 blocks of South 7th Street and South 8th Street as crews complete necessary repairs...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/donna-conducts-emergency-water-leak-repair/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-04T17:56:39.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T16:00:09.982Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F06%2Fwater-faucet.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"donna-conducts-emergency-water-leak-repair"},{"id":"4fp2e0","title":"Grupo Frontera frontman 'Payo' Solis recognized in Forbes Mexico's 30 under 30","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Grupo Frontera frontman and Edinburg native, Adelaido \"Payo\" Solis III, has been recognized in Forbes Mexico's 30 under 30 list. Forbes Mexico featured Solis on its front cover on social media, stating that this edition is \"second generation, those under 30 tran...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/grupo-frontera-frontman-payo-solis-recognized-in-forbes-mexicos-30-under-30/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-04T17:44:52.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T16:00:09.982Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2024%2F05%2F663e2ecf58fd18.81445377.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"grupo-frontera-frontman-payo-solis-recognized-in-forbes-mexicos-30-under-30"},{"id":"9io7dx","title":"Cleveland Sirens unveil name and branding for expansion WNBA team","excerpt":"CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland's WNBA expansion team had three priorities for the franchise's name. It had to have its own identity and not be related to the Cavaliers. It needed to tie into Lake Erie. And fans wanted something progressive. The Cleveland Sirens think they accomplished all three Tuesd...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-cleveland-sirens-unveil-name-and-branding-for-expansion-wnba-team/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"JOE REEDY, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-04T17:43:34.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T16:00:13.427Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a72254ab58638.22480100.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"cleveland-sirens-unveil-name-and-branding-for-expansion-wnba-team"},{"id":"hyrjzo","title":"Former FIFA VP Prince Ali cites 'blackmail' by Infantino-led soccer body over unpaid prize money","excerpt":"GENEVA (AP) — Former FIFA vice president Prince Ali bin Al Hussein criticized the soccer body’s leadership headed by Gianni Infantino on Tuesday, describing prize money withheld from his Jordan national team as a kind of blackmail. Prince Ali said the Jordanian federation he leads still has not b...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-former-fifa-vp-prince-ali-cites-blackmail-by-infantino-led-soccer-body-over-unpaid-prize-money/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"GRAHAM DUNBAR, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-04T17:37:14.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T16:00:13.427Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a72241563c1b3.77493016.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"former-fifa-vp-prince-ali-cites-blackmail-by-infantino-led-soccer-body-over-unpaid-prize-money"},{"id":"9rx4t","title":"Chiefs' Bieniemy checks in at camp as wife's shooting leaves offensive coordinator's return unclear","excerpt":"ST. JOSEPH, Mo. 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Bieniemy's son, Elijah...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-chiefs-bieniemy-checks-in-at-camp-as-wifes-shooting-leaves-offensive-coordinators-return-unclear/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DAVE SKRETTA, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-04T17:28:56.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T16:00:13.427Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a7221bc74f4d4.34967520.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"chiefs-bieniemy-checks-in-at-camp-as-wifes-shooting-leaves-offensive-coordinators-return-unclear"},{"id":"g0v40e","title":"Pharr, Edinburg and McAllen police departments holding National Night Out events","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral)-- As the summer is winding down, three of the biggest cities in the upper Valley are holding their Police Departments National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug 4th. A National Night Out is an annual community-building event campaign that promotes police-community partner...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/pharr-edinburg-and-mcallen-police-departments-holding-national-night-out-events/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-08-04T17:27:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T16:00:09.982Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FPHARR-NATIONAL-NIGHT-OUT.png%3Fw%3D556","slug":"pharr-edinburg-and-mcallen-police-departments-holding-national-night-out-events"},{"id":"kqp7lc","title":"PGA Tour regular season ends what has been a strange year of no one dominating","excerpt":"Billy Horschel was optimistic as ever in January to start his 16th year on the PGA Tour. He chose not to add a few tournaments late in 2025 when returning from hip surgery, and that probably cost him a sure spot in the Masters because he fell out of the top 50 in the world. 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The 30-team league that Graber grew during his 27-year tenure now looks to Berg to capitalize on the success of the World Cup this past summe...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-new-mls-commissioner-larry-berg-aims-to-continue-the-leagues-growth-trajectory/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"ANNE M. 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The board voted to name Angela Dominguez as the lone finalist during a Monday meeting. According to a news release, Dominguez obtained her bache...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/education/edinburg-cisd-names-lone-finalist-for-superintendent/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-04T16:48:10.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T14:00:09.386Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2023%2F04%2FEdinburg-CISD-logo.jpg%3Fw%3D687","slug":"edinburg-cisd-names-lone-finalist-for-superintendent"},{"id":"yy0k23","title":"Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette carted off the field with a stinger injury at training camp","excerpt":"CHARLOTTE, N.C. 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Serena and Venus Williams are set to take part in the Cincinnati Open, which begins next week. Organizers announced Monday they had received a wild-card entry into the doubles field. 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Deion George James, 32, was charged with aggravated robbery, a first-degree felony, and failure to identify, giving false information, a Class B misdemeanor...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/man-charged-in-connection-with-15k-brownsville-bank-robbery/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-08-04T15:18:27.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-06T14:00:09.386Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FMONITOR-1920x1080-BG-8.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"man-charged-in-connection-with-15k-brownsville-bank-robbery"},{"id":"vuqrkt","title":"US men to host Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada to kick off next World Cup cycle","excerpt":"ATLANTA (AP) — The U.S. men’s national team will kick off the next World Cup cycle with four matches over 11 days on home soil. 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A night before the trade deadline, Harper went from calling out Dombrowski to texting him, noting he would...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-phillies-beef-up-lineup-with-3-time-nl-batting-champion-luis-arraez-from-san-francisco/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DAN GELSTON, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-03T23:18:47.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T20:00:20.095Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a71224e40f8e6.29364559.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"phillies-bryce-harper-will-move-to-right-field-to-make-room-for-3-time-batting-champ-luis-arraez"},{"id":"ax33og","title":"Pharr Public Health hosting community baby shower","excerpt":"PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Pharr's Public Health Department is encouraging all expecting moms in Pharr to register for its community baby shower. 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At the start of the new year, Berg will take over for Don Garber, who has served as the league’s commissioner since 1999. The 60-year-old Berg, who will divest his ownership ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-los-angeles-fc-co-owner-larry-berg-will-be-the-next-commissioner-of-the-mls-succeeding-don-garber/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"ANNE M. 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With Week 1 of the regular season just ove...","url":"https://myrgv.com/rgvsports/2026/08/03/district-31-6a-preview-new-look-district-brings-fresh-challengers/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"Staff Report","publishDate":"2026-08-03T21:51:59.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T18:00:21.509Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2F31-6A-Preview-Cover.jpg","slug":"district-31-6a-preview-new-look-district-brings-fresh-challengers"},{"id":"j029yx","title":"FBI, Brownsville police investigating bank robbery","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Brownsville police say a man who robbed a bank on Boca Chica Boulevard Monday afternoon has confessed to the crime. Police say Dion George James, 32, confessed to the bank robbery while he was questioned by investigators. His formal arraignment is pending. Polic...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/fbi-brownsville-police-investigating-bank-robbery-suspect-at-large/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-03T21:41:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T18:00:18.283Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2Fimage.png%3Fw%3D794","slug":"fbi-brownsville-police-investigating-bank-robbery"},{"id":"k85s4s","title":"Hidalgo County hiring poll workers for Nov. 3 election","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Hidalgo County Elections Department is hiring poll workers for the general election happening in November. The department is preparing to hire 900 Hidalgo County election poll workers. Applicants can choose to apply for one of the following poll worker posit...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/hidalgo-county-hiring-poll-workers-for-nov-3-election/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-08-03T21:11:54.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T18:00:18.283Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2024%2F08%2FAP20074055274762-e1724938944373.jpg%3Fw%3D800","slug":"hidalgo-county-hiring-poll-workers-for-nov-3-election"},{"id":"uijo4b","title":"Pirates give bullpen a boost by acquiring Luke Weaver from the Mets","excerpt":"PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a significant push to improve their beleaguered bullpen at the trade deadline Monday, acquiring veteran right-hander Luke Weaver from the New York Mets. Pittsburgh, looking to end a decade-long playoff drought, sent 21-year-old shortstop prospect Samm...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-pirates-give-bullpen-a-boost-by-acquiring-luke-weaver-from-the-mets-ap-source-says/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"WILL GRAVES, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-03T20:53:30.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T18:00:20.277Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a71004dc61ad8.38675692.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"pirates-give-bullpen-a-boost-by-acquiring-luke-weaver-from-the-mets"},{"id":"s27npm","title":"Notre Dame and USC agree to resume football rivalry with a 4-game series starting in 2030","excerpt":"The Notre Dame-Southern California college football rivalry will start again in 2030. The schools announced Monday they have agreed to a four-game home-and-home series. Notre Dame will play in Los Angeles on Aug. 31, 2030, and the Trojans will visit South Bend, Indiana, on Aug. 30, 2031. The meet...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-notre-dame-and-usc-agree-to-resume-football-rivalry-with-a-4-game-series-starting-in-2030/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"ERIC OLSON, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-03T20:06:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T18:00:20.277Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a70f5b9396f80.11219614.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"notre-dame-and-usc-agree-to-resume-football-rivalry-with-a-4-game-series-starting-in-2030"},{"id":"ox2ire","title":"Panthers remain mum on Bryce Young's contractual future as they ponder QB's ceiling entering Year 4","excerpt":"CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers remain tight-lipped about the long-term contractual future of quarterback Bryce Young as he prepares to enter his fourth NFL season. Panthers executive vice president of football operations Brandt Tilis said Monday he felt Young “ascended” to a new lev...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-panthers-remain-mum-on-bryce-youngs-contractual-future-as-they-ponder-qbs-ceiling-entering-year-4/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"STEVE REED, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-03T18:41:31.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T18:00:20.277Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a70e20fb02106.92938900.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"panthers-remain-mum-on-bryce-youngs-contractual-future-as-they-ponder-qbs-ceiling-entering-year-4"},{"id":"cz5jd2","title":"DPS to temporarily close Alamo expressway for crash investigation","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Public Safety will close a portion of the westbound expressway for about an hour on Tuesday morning for a crash investigation, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Texas DPS investigators plan to close the expressway at ap...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/dps-to-temporarily-close-alamo-expressway-for-crash-investigation/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-08-03T18:12:38.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T16:00:18.341Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2Falamo-roads.jpg%3Fw%3D720","slug":"dps-to-temporarily-close-alamo-expressway-for-crash-investigation"},{"id":"izo9r4","title":"Pharr expressway reopens after law enforcement activity","excerpt":"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. HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The eastbound expressw...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/pharr-expressway-reopens-after-law-enforcement-activity/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-08-03T17:51:31.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T16:00:18.341Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2FImage-3.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"pharr-expressway-reopens-after-law-enforcement-activity"},{"id":"cuajzf","title":"Team Europe fills out Solheim Cup team with Leona Maguire and 3 rookies","excerpt":"LYTHAM ST. ANNES, England (AP) — Europe captain Anna Nordqvist finalized her Solheim Cup team Monday by adding veteran Leona Maguire and three rookies as her picks for the Sept. 11-13 matches in The Netherlands. Charley Hull of England easily earned one of the two automatic spots from the Ladies ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-team-europe-fills-out-solheim-cup-team-with-leona-maguire-and-3-rookies/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-03T17:16:15.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T16:00:21.073Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a70cdf5502ba4.45509303.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"team-europe-fills-out-solheim-cup-team-with-leona-maguire-and-3-rookies"},{"id":"ewgbgd","title":"Commentary: Norwegian fans row to victory","excerpt":"I loved watching the Norwegian soccer fans yelling, chanting and using a synchronized row to celebrate, urge on and power that Viking long boat to glorious victory or honorable defeat during the World Cup tournament. Norway had not been in the quarterfinals for a long time, and they were having s...","url":"https://myrgv.com/opinion/2026/08/03/commentary-norwegian-fans-row-to-victory/","source":"MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News","author":"The Monitor Board of Contributors","publishDate":"2026-08-03T17:16:00.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T16:00:21.999Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmyrgv.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F08%2FAP26192753983336.jpg","slug":"commentary-norwegian-fans-row-to-victory"},{"id":"lptfdj","title":"Las Vegas Aces face a brutal 4-games-in-7-days road grind, capped by Lynx-Liberty back-to-back","excerpt":"NEW YORK (AP) — It's a busy week for the Las Vegas Aces, who play four road games in seven days, including a back-to-back pair in Minnesota on Saturday and then New York a day later. The Aces will have to make the nearly 1,200-mile trek to face the Liberty less than 24 hours after [...]","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-las-vegas-aces-face-a-brutal-4-games-in-7-days-road-grind-capped-by-lynx-liberty-back-to-back/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-03T16:44:31.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T16:00:21.073Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a70c5f624dcf4.87136086.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"las-vegas-aces-face-a-brutal-4-games-in-7-days-road-grind-capped-by-lynx-liberty-back-to-back"},{"id":"9v5oik","title":"Los Fresnos firefighters put out blaze at warehouse storing charcoal","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A warehouse fire broke out in rural Cameron County over the weekend, according to the Los Fresnos Fire Department. Fire officials say a large amount of charcoal was stored in the warehouse. Photos taken by the Los Fresnos Fire Department show a tanker at the sce...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/los-fresnos-firefighters-put-out-blaze-at-warehouse-storing-charcoal/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Mia Morales","publishDate":"2026-08-03T16:34:10.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T16:00:18.341Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2Flos-fresnos-fd.jpg%3Fw%3D720","slug":"los-fresnos-firefighters-put-out-blaze-at-warehouse-storing-charcoal"},{"id":"yfzs60","title":"Weslaco Chamber hosts annual Lemonade Day event","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Weslaco Chamber of Commerce held its annual Lemonade Day event to help promote its youth entrepreneurship program. 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Masataka Yoshida homered and drove in two runs, and Jake Bennett (7-4) allowed three runs in 5 2/3 innings to help the Re...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-rafaela-homers-for-3rd-straight-game-as-the-red-sox-beat-the-dodgers-8-4-for-3-game-sweep/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DAN GREENSPAN, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-03T02:39:11.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T02:00:42.886Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a6fffa906a871.19448796.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"rafaela-homers-for-3rd-straight-game-as-the-red-sox-beat-the-dodgers-8-4-for-3-game-sweep"},{"id":"vz15c7","title":"The Tigers face a difficult challenge after trading ace Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers","excerpt":"WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. 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Greg Abbott on Monday announced a moratorium on the approval of data centers until regulatory agencies can audit proposed data centers seeking connection to the state’s electric grid. 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Peralta, a two-time All-Star who can become a free agent this fall, has been a disappointment for the Mets after...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-mets-agree-to-trade-pitcher-freddy-peralta-to-rays-for-3-minor-leaguers-ap-source-says/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"MIKE FITZPATRICK, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-08-02T22:20:10.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-08-05T00:00:45.868Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F08%2F6a6fc2bbe1d6e4.24380521.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"mets-trade-pitcher-freddy-peralta-to-rays-for-3-minor-leaguers"},{"id":"vb0wdk","title":"Couple marries at McAllen hospital after medical emergency","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A young couple said \"I do\" at South Texas Health System in McAllen after a medical emergency put their wedding plans on hold. 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Border Patrol caught Andres Alejandro Ramos, 31, of Roma red-handed on Aug. 7, 2023, according to a criminal complaint against him. 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City leaders gathered on Wednesday at Quinta Mazatlan to get a kick-start on the festivities for the annual McAllen Holiday Parade. 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The Texas General Land Office approved $2 million in funds from the Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program, which support...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/2m-grant-to-fund-street-improvements-in-mission/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Claudia Torres","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:55:49.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T22:00:38.133Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F01%2Fcity-of-mission-logo.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"2m-grant-to-fund-street-improvements-in-mission"},{"id":"jztom4","title":"Valley Baptist Brownsville unveils new stroke care equipment","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Health care leaders joined at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville to celebrate a new program and equipment designed to treat stroke patients. The facility's new bi-plane imaging equipment will help specialists treat stroke patients more effectively and ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/valley-baptist-brownsville-unveils-new-stroke-care-equipment/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:11:55.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T20:00:37.958Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fthrombectomy-program-ribbon-cutting.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"valley-baptist-brownsville-unveils-new-stroke-care-equipment"},{"id":"60pss9","title":"Community aids in planting trees at Harlingen city parks","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen Parks and Recreation Department hosted a free community tree-planting event on Wednesday as part of its ongoing initiative to improve the quality of life at its city parks. The tree-planting session was held at Pendleton Park, one of several parks ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/community-aids-in-planting-trees-at-harlingen-city-parks/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:10:16.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T20:00:37.958Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Ftree-planting.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"community-aids-in-planting-trees-at-harlingen-city-parks"},{"id":"c7b1kd","title":"Harlingen PD partners with TxDOT to crack down on speeding","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Transportation is partnering with law enforcement agencies to crack down on speeding across the state. Operation Slowdown is an annual campaign by TxDOT to ramp up enforcement statewide and target drivers traveling at high and unsafe spee...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/harlingen-pd-partners-with-txdot-to-crack-down-on-speeding/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T22:07:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T20:00:37.958Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fharlingen-pd.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"harlingen-pd-partners-with-txdot-to-crack-down-on-speeding"},{"id":"3h83d8","title":"LeBron James listened to Joel Embiid's 76ers' pitch, 12 years later. 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His recruitment skills were on point and James — the four-time NBA ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-lebron-james-listened-to-joel-embiids-76ers-pitch-12-years-later-the-east-is-in-for-a-shakeup/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DAN GELSTON, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-24T21:45:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T18:00:40.307Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a63dd3a5bb1e2.12002619.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"lebron-james-listened-to-joel-embiids-76ers-pitch-12-years-later-the-east-is-in-for-a-shakeup"},{"id":"kbfnl4","title":"Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence","excerpt":"MILWAUKEE (AP) — CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence. 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The one-day-only event will be held at Faith Fellowship Bible Church in Peñitas from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., or until supplies last. Participants will need a picture ID and proof of address, w...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/food-bank-rgv-to-distribute-free-produce-in-penitas/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Thom Denton","publishDate":"2026-07-22T21:52:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T18:00:38.307Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2025%2F11%2FAP25314656429416.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"food-bank-rgv-to-distribute-free-produce-in-peitas"},{"id":"dvd6pk","title":"Former President Barack Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his Presidential Center","excerpt":"CHICAGO (AP) — Caitlin Clark was in awe after meeting former President Barack Obama after he surprised the WNBA All-Stars on Friday at his Presidential Center. Clark called her conversation with Obama “a moment I’ll probably remember for the rest of my life.” “It was obviously super cool. 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The crash occurred at approximately 8:52 a.m. on FM 511, south of State Highway 48 in Cameron County. Aglae Yunuen Patino, 34, was pron...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local/1-killed-1-hospitalized-in-wrong-way-crash-near-brownsville-dps/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-22T20:02:22.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T16:00:38.582Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FImage-1.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"1-killed-1-hospitalized-in-wrong-way-crash-near-brownsville-dps"},{"id":"nzfhmx","title":"Gov. Abbott appoints Region One ESC Senior Director to state committee","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday appointed a senior director for the Region One Education Service Center to the Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee. Celina Perez of San Benito will serve on the state committee that advises the Texas Health and Human Ser...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/gov-abbott-appoints-region-one-esc-senior-director-to-state-committee/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-22T18:14:37.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T16:00:38.582Z","category":"schools","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fcelina_perez_img_2026-07-23_01-14-58-e1784833656389.png%3Fw%3D708","slug":"gov-abbott-appoints-region-one-esc-senior-director-to-state-committee"},{"id":"7kwvz","title":"Investigation underway after decomposed body found in Brownsville, police say","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An investigation is underway after a decomposed body was found in Brownsville on Tuesday, according to the Brownsville Police Department. At about 9:15 p.m., police responded to the 2100 block of Central Boulevard after a pedestrian who was walking in the area c...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/investigation-underway-after-decomposed-body-found-in-brownsville-police-say/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Shirley Escobedo","publishDate":"2026-07-22T18:00:56.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T16:00:38.582Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fimage_4c5a12.png%3Fw%3D794","slug":"investigation-underway-after-decomposed-body-found-in-brownsville-police-say"},{"id":"bos895","title":"Patrick Mahomes cleared with no limits for the start of Chiefs training camp after knee surgery","excerpt":"ST. JOSEPH, Mo. 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Mahomes said Frida...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-patrick-mahomes-cleared-with-no-limits-for-the-start-of-chiefs-training-camp-after-knee-surgery/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DAVE SKRETTA, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-24T21:25:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T14:00:11.684Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a63d88d105246.90497703.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"patrick-mahomes-cleared-with-no-limits-for-the-start-of-chiefs-training-camp-after-knee-surgery"},{"id":"759uvy","title":"Ryan Blaney, Todd Gilliland ready for Brickyard 400 balancing act with $1 million prize at stake","excerpt":"INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Blaney faces a high-stakes weekend in Indianapolis. 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Texa...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-georgia-tops-preseason-media-poll-to-win-sec-championship-in-2026/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-24T18:13:55.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T14:00:11.684Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a63ac0f257759.35872472.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"georgia-tops-preseason-media-poll-to-win-sec-championship-in-2026"},{"id":"6guouy","title":"QB battles, injured stars returning and Aaron Donald's potential comeback among NFL's top storylines","excerpt":"Aaron Donald’s potential comeback bid, Patrick Mahomes’ recovery and several quarterback battles are just a few of the top NFL storylines entering training camp. The reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots opened camp on Friday, joining the Arizona Cardinals and...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-qb-battles-injured-stars-returning-and-aaron-donalds-potential-comeback-among-nfls-top-storylines/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"ROB MAADDI, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-24T17:30:34.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-27T14:00:11.684Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a63a2b710b511.99999674.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"qb-battles-injured-stars-returning-and-aaron-donalds-potential-comeback-among-nfls-top-storylines"},{"id":"2vppqw","title":"IOC won't pursue its member Infantino over FIFA red-card ruling at World Cup","excerpt":"GENEVA (AP) — IOC member and FIFA leader Gianni Infantino will not have to explain to the Olympic body how U.S. President Donald Trump helped to stop a player’s ban at the World Cup. The IOC said on Friday it has no jurisdiction to investigate Infantino’s alleged lack of political neutrality. 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Several locations across Alamo serve as sandbag distribution centers. \"Being prepared today can make all the difference tomorrow,\" the city of Alamo said in a st...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/community/lets-stay-prepared-city-of-alamo-hosts-sandbag-distribution/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-22T03:31:03.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T21:30:08.735Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Falamo-sandbags2.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"lets-stay-prepared-city-of-alamo-hosts-sandbag-distribution"},{"id":"lvdlag","title":"The Valley is on the wrong side of Tropical Storm Bertha","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- When you're on Bertha's bad side, you can get burned or at least medium rare. Tropical Storm Bertha will be too far north to impact the Valley in any traditional way, but her position puts the Valley on her western flank, where the air is sinking and compressin...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/weather2/the-valley-is-on-the-wrong-side-of-tropical-storm-bertha/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-07-22T02:13:17.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T21:00:07.545Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot0_f102f7.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"the-valley-is-on-the-wrong-side-of-tropical-storm-bertha"},{"id":"1bvrxx","title":"'It has changed everything': Port Isabel families say fear of ICE raids is keeping them home","excerpt":"PORT ISABEL, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Some Port Isabel residents say fear surrounding federal immigration enforcement is changing daily life in their community, with some families avoiding work, delaying errands and relying on neighbors for help. Brenda Jimenez Dumas, who owns a landscaping busine...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/it-has-changed-everything-port-isabel-families-say-fear-of-ice-raids-is-keeping-them-home/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Jorge Vela","publishDate":"2026-07-21T23:29:51.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T21:00:07.545Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-21-182603.png%3Fw%3D900","slug":"it-has-changed-everything-port-isabel-families-say-fear-of-ice-raids-is-keeping-them-home"},{"id":"vnzxbo","title":"Brianna Turner: Fever fired a male employee for sexual harassment, players encouraged to keep quiet","excerpt":"CHICAGO (AP) — Brianna Turner said on social media that her former team, the Indiana Fever, fired a male employee last season for sexual harassment. Turner, who was with Indiana last season but now plays for the Las Vegas Aces, also said Fever players were encouraged not to discuss the firing. Th...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-brianna-turner-fever-fired-a-male-employee-for-sexual-harassment-players-encouraged-to-keep-quiet/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T23:36:35.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T20:00:10.030Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a62a676210c85.78606075.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"brianna-turner-fever-fired-a-male-employee-for-sexual-harassment-players-encouraged-to-keep-quiet"},{"id":"qnk4y2","title":"NCAA Division I board: No plans to change age-based eligibility rule being challenged in court","excerpt":"The NCAA Division I Board of Directors doubled down Thursday on the new age-based eligibility rule that has prompted some athletes to go to court in hopes of extending their college careers. The Division I Cabinet, which approved the new rule last month, issued a similar statement last month afte...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-ncaa-division-i-board-no-plans-to-change-age-based-eligibility-rule-being-challenged-in-court/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"ERIC OLSON, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T22:08:47.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T20:00:10.030Z","category":"government","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a629605523442.47497344.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"ncaa-division-i-board-no-plans-to-change-age-based-eligibility-rule-being-challenged-in-court"},{"id":"924kuh","title":"Royals manager Matt Quatraro not with team for game against Tigers due to personal matter","excerpt":"DETROIT (AP) — Kansas City manager Matt Quatraro was not with the Royals due to a personal matter on Thursday night when they started a series against the Detroit Tigers. The Royals, who did not give details, said they expect Quatraro back soon. Paul Hoover was the team's acting manager for the s...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-royals-manager-matt-quatraro-not-with-team-for-game-against-tigers-due-to-personal-matter/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T21:37:42.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T19:00:11.580Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a628a62242d37.93706009.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"royals-manager-matt-quatraro-not-with-team-for-game-against-tigers-due-to-personal-matter"},{"id":"6eburr","title":"Addiction recovery nonprofit launching Valley mission","excerpt":"HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A nonprofit organization aiming to help people overcome addictions across the nation is launching its operations here in the Valley. Transformations Program USA is set to open a recovery home in Harlingen to help anyone across the Rio Grande Valley. \"We're not t...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/addiction-recovery-nonprofit-launching-valley-mission/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Marco Ramirez","publishDate":"2026-07-21T23:23:36.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T18:30:08.371Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-21-182314.png%3Fw%3D503","slug":"addiction-recovery-nonprofit-launching-valley-mission"},{"id":"gztj27","title":"NASCAR driver Alex Bowman to retire from full-time racing after 2027 season","excerpt":"CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — NASCAR driver Alex Bowman will retire from full-time racing following the 2027 season. Bowman, who had been in the final year of his contract at powerhouse Hendrick Motorsports, signed a one-year extension before announcing his future plans on Thursday. The 33-year-old Bowman...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-nascar-driver-alex-bowman-to-retire-from-full-time-racing-after-2027-season/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T21:35:42.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T18:00:08.260Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a628a6b3fdaa3.10931029.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"nascar-driver-alex-bowman-to-retire-from-full-time-racing-after-2027-season"},{"id":"1rb96d","title":"Patrick Kane rejoins the Chicago Blackhawks, agreeing to a $16 million, 2-year contract","excerpt":"CHICAGO (AP) — Patrick Kane has rejoined the Chicago Blackhawks, agreeing to a $16 million, two-year contract with his first NHL team. The deal, which includes a full no-movement clause, was announced by the Blackhawks on Thursday. Kane, 37, became one of the NHL's most dynamic players while spen...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-patrick-kane-rejoins-the-chicago-blackhawks-agreeing-to-a-16-million-2-year-contract/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"JAY COHEN, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T20:30:04.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T18:00:08.260Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a6279fe674037.91953838.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"patrick-kane-rejoins-the-chicago-blackhawks-agreeing-to-a-16-million-2-year-contract"},{"id":"2a2ih0","title":"Raiders sign No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza to a 4-year, $57.27M contract","excerpt":"HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the top overall pick in this year's draft, signed a four-year, $57.27 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday. The Raiders hold a fifth-year option. Mendoza was the last of the Raiders' 10 draft picks to sign. “I’m excited to ge...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-raiders-sign-no-1-pick-fernando-mendoza-to-a-4-year-57-27m-contract/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"MARK ANDERSON, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T20:27:58.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T16:30:08.486Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a627b5c7b83a8.43316067.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"raiders-sign-no-1-pick-fernando-mendoza-to-a-4-year-5727m-contract"},{"id":"jph8ne","title":"Rockies All-Star catcher Hunter Goodman tunes out trade buzz, keeps up power surge as deadline nears","excerpt":"DENVER (AP) — If the trade rumors prove accurate, Hunter Goodman could soon be receiving a big promotion in the standings. Should that happen, though, it comes with a price — saying so long to teammates bonded through losses. The name of the Colorado Rockies' two-time All-Star catcher has been ba...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-rockies-all-star-catcher-hunter-goodman-tunes-out-trade-buzz-keeps-up-power-surge-as-deadline-nears/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"PAT GRAHAM, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T18:10:18.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T14:30:00.916Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a625a96ce5086.37193244.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"rockies-all-star-catcher-hunter-goodman-tunes-out-trade-buzz-keeps-up-power-surge-as-deadline-nears"},{"id":"wkt86o","title":"Tyreek Hill is running but says he has 'no power in my left leg' 10 months after serious knee injury","excerpt":"Former Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill's NFL future remains uncertain as he said on social media this week he still has no power in his left leg, almost 10 months after suffering significant damage in a season-ending knee injury. Hill provided a video update on YouTube on his continued c...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-tyreek-hill-is-running-but-says-he-has-no-power-in-my-left-leg-10-months-after-serious-knee-injury/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"The Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T17:22:24.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T12:00:00.946Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a627b9c7503c7.76737541.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"tyreek-hill-is-running-but-says-he-has-no-power-in-my-left-leg-10-months-after-serious-knee-injury"},{"id":"ko84l5","title":"Even Lane Kiffin likes the 'Lane Kiffin Rule' that would prohibit in-season coaching moves","excerpt":"TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — One notable backer of the “Lane Kiffin Rule\" winding its way through Congress turns out to be Lane Kiffin himself. Though naming it after him was not considered a compliment, Kiffin said he can see some value in the provision in a wide-ranging Senate bill that would fix the lon...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-even-lane-kiffin-likes-the-lane-kiffin-rule-that-would-prohibit-in-season-coaching-moves/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"EDDIE PELLS, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T17:17:40.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T09:00:01.497Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a6227fe694402.85332182.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"even-lane-kiffin-likes-the-lane-kiffin-rule-that-would-prohibit-in-season-coaching-moves"},{"id":"xau88p","title":"Carapaz wins stage 18 of the Tour de France with a late breakaway, Pogacar keeps overall lead","excerpt":"ORCIERES-MERLETTE, France (AP) — Ecuadorian rider Richard Carapaz timed his attack perfectly in the final climb to win the 18th stage of the Tour de France on Thursday, while Tadej Pogacar finished a few minutes behind and maintained his significant overall lead. It was the 33-year-old Carapaz’s ...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-carapaz-wins-stage-18-of-the-tour-de-france-with-a-late-breakaway-pogacar-keeps-overall-lead/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T16:44:07.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T02:30:01.305Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a624572294078.96116013.jpeg%3Fw%3D480","slug":"carapaz-wins-stage-18-of-the-tour-de-france-with-a-late-breakaway-pogacar-keeps-overall-lead"},{"id":"fal1rz","title":"Yankees' José Caballero targeted by MLB for crackdown on plate routine of waiting to engage pitcher","excerpt":"NEW YORK (AP) — New York Yankees shortstop José Caballero was targeted by Major League Baseball for some pest control, sparking yet another squabble. Weary of Caballero's routine of waiting to acknowledge the pitcher just before the pitch clock reaches eight seconds, MLB told umpires Wednesday hi...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-yankees-jose-caballero-targeted-by-mlb-for-crackdown-on-plate-routine-of-waiting-to-engage-pitcher/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"RONALD BLUM, Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-23T16:31:49.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-26T01:00:00.663Z","category":"parks","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a62431adb1c77.74858127.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"yankees-jos-caballero-targeted-by-mlb-for-crackdown-on-plate-routine-of-waiting-to-engage-pitcher"},{"id":"do1fr9","title":"Man City signs England international Elliot Anderson for $155M","excerpt":"LONDON (AP) — Manchester City officially completed the signing of England midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest on Thursday for a reported 116 million pounds ($155 million). 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According to authorities, FM 1423, also known as Val Verde Road, is closed until further notice as crews work to put out...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/val-verde-road-closed-due-to-major-fire-in-donna/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Gabriela Gonzalez","publishDate":"2026-07-21T05:08:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T20:00:53.985Z","category":"safety","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fdonnafire2.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"val-verde-road-closed-due-to-major-fire-in-donna"},{"id":"1x9nzk","title":"Jasper Philipsen wins stage 17 of Tour de France, Tadej Pogačar protects lead","excerpt":"VOIRON, France (AP) — Jasper Philipsen capped a fine team performance Wednesday to win stage 17 of the Tour de France, where defending champion Tadej Pogačar protected his overall lead. 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Bertha is not expected to develop into a hurricane but to remain a tropical storm. On Thursday, Bertha will encounter land on the L...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/tropical-storm-bertha-brings-very-hot-conditions-to-the-rio-grande-valley/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Bryan Hale","publishDate":"2026-07-21T02:14:28.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T19:30:53.001Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2Fslot1_d388d6.jpg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"tropical-storm-bertha-brings-very-hot-conditions-to-the-rio-grande-valley"},{"id":"t281t3","title":"US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick visits McAllen","excerpt":"MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — For the first time, a sitting secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce visited the Rio Grande Valley. Howard Lutnick was in McAllen on Monday to announce a $6 million grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA). “You guys have the land. You guys h...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-visits-mcallen/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Brian R Svendsen","publishDate":"2026-07-21T01:30:33.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T19:30:53.001Z","category":"business","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FLUTNICK-MCALLEN.png%3Fw%3D507","slug":"us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-visits-mcallen"},{"id":"kknrbk","title":"Valley cities qualify for the Blue Zones community health project","excerpt":"MISSION, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A global initiative to make healthier choices easier and more accessible for communities is one step closer to coming to the Rio Grande Valley. The founder of Blue Zones, Dan Buettner, discovered five regions around the world where people were living better and lo...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/news/valley-cities-qualify-for-the-blue-zones-community-health-project/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News","author":"Lauren Sierra","publishDate":"2026-07-21T01:09:07.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T19:30:53.001Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2FScreenshot-2026-07-20-184916.png%3Fw%3D585","slug":"valley-cities-qualify-for-the-blue-zones-community-health-project"},{"id":"vuglds","title":"Casemiro signs with Inter Miami, but MLS investigating the club for possible tampering","excerpt":"MIAMI (AP) — Inter Miami announced the signing of Brazil midfielder and five-time Champions League winner Casemiro on Wednesday, and Major League Soccer is now investigating whether the reigning league champion engaged in tampering to get that deal done. The 34-year-old Casemiro — who appeared in...","url":"https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-casemiro-signs-with-inter-miami-but-mls-investigating-the-club-for-possible-tampering/","source":"ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports","author":"Associated Press","publishDate":"2026-07-22T17:08:13.000Z","ingestedAt":"2026-07-24T18:00:53.490Z","category":"local","localScore":100,"priority":1,"image":"https://themcallen.org/imgp?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.valleycentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F39%2F2026%2F07%2F6a6116dd2aaa01.39216332.jpeg%3Fw%3D900","slug":"casemiro-signs-with-inter-miami-but-mls-investigating-the-club-for-possible-tampering"},{"id":"m4ptbu","title":"Houston Astros ship Nate Pearson to Kansas City after DFA, landing prospect Max Martin","excerpt":"HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros traded right-hander Nate Pearson to Kansas City for pitching prospect Max Martin on Wednesday. The move comes after Pearson was designated for assignment by the Astros on Sunday. 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