Guatemalan man sentenced for role in deadly 2022 human smuggling case
He pleaded guilty in July to his involvement in a 2022 smuggling scheme that led to 53 deaths and 11 injuries.
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Angel Reese determined to lead something special for Atlanta Dream starting on big WNBA Finals stage
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Well before tipoff, Atlanta coach Karl Smesko could see it in his superstar’s face: a sheer focus and fierce determination fixed on a single purpose to take over in every aspect. Angel Reese fully realized her team couldn’t afford to fall behind by two games ...
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Eagles are not being punished for handling of Jalen Hurts' blood clots, AP source says
NEW YORK (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles are not being disciplined for how they handled quarterback Jalen Hurts’ blood clots, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because conversations bet...
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NFL says heightened security measures will be in place for the Steelers-Saints game in Paris
NEW YORK (AP) — The NFL said security will be heightened for the game in Paris between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints on Sunday after civil unrest protests engulfed the French capital last weekend. Executive VP of club business, international and league events Pet...
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LeBron James is set to open his 24th season in New York when his 76ers visit the Knicks
NEW YORK (AP) — There was a plausible scenario where LeBron James would open his record 24th NBA season at Madison Square Garden — only in a New York Knicks uniform. His agent, Rich Paul, said over the summer the Knicks would have been James' first choice in free agency had New Y...
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Music for the masses: Valley marching bands rock 84th annual Pigskin Jubilee
S AN BENITO — The rush of the brass and the drums arrived like a rolling thunder with gallantry on the field. The marching bands from throughout the Rio Grande Valley arrived in the dwindling sky and the smokey clouds Saturday evening, amid a soft breeze now chilled with a crisp ...
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PSG meets Barcelona in Champions League despite French protests, Dortmund too good for Sabah
There was the usual strong security presence around the Parc des Princes on Tuesday as Paris Saint-Germain hosted Barcelona in a Champions League showcase against the backdrop of violent unrest across France. PSG and Barcelona head the standings, though Liverpool or even surprisi...
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Gov. Greg Abbott says sale of Boca Chica State Park to SpaceX won’t happen — anytime soon
By Berenice Garcia | The Texas Tribune G ov. Greg Abbott said the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department commission would not be taking up the issue of a potential sale of Boca Chica State Park to Elon Musk’s SpaceX anytime soon, following a Texas Monthly news article saying as much...
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Man charged in speedboat smuggling case held without bond
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man who allegedly transported migrants from Port Mansfield to Corpus Christi in a speedboat was held without bond Monday. Border Patrol arrested Alec Ray Foss, 28, of Corpus Christi on Oct. 6, when agents found three migrants — two from Ecuador ...
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MHWSC issues boil water notice for customers in San Juan, Alamo area
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Military Highway Water Supply Corporation public water system issued a boil water notice for customers in the San Juan and Alamo area on Tuesday. The notice comes after a 12" water line break in the San Juan area happened on Monday. Customer...
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Archeology Fair making its way to Port Isabel this weekend
Q ue Indiana Jones’ theme song. For those who have always wanted to live out their dream as Indy, or just simply have an interest in archeology, now’s your chance to experience the work first hand at the Archeology Fair at Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historic Site. In observance...
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Comedian Gary Owen to bring laughs to McAllen Performing Arts Center
C omedian Gary Owen is making his way down to the Rio Grande Valley for the first time as part of his extended No Hard Feelings Tour at the McAllen Performing Arts Center on Sunday. You might have seen Owen in in his many viral comedy videos, interviews or from his wide range of ...
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South Padre Island study recommends paid parking
A n analysis of South Padre Island’s parking supply ultimately recommended that the city pursue paid parking, but leaders haven’t committed to any plans yet. Jon Forster, a parking and mobility planner with consulting firm Fishbeck, on Oct. 5 delivered the findings of a parking s...