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Cubs manager Craig Counsell perplexed by rainout and irked by 'terrible rule'
NEW YORK (AP) — After his team got rained out two days in a row, Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell sounded a little miffed about the second one. Hours later Tuesday, he was criticizing a major league rule that led to his ejection following an unusual play. Chicago's series open...
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The best deals of Prime Day 2026, Day 2
It's day 2 of Prime Day, and the prices keep dropping Prime Day is Amazon's biggest sale of the year — and this year, it arrived early. The four-day event is running June 23-26, a shift from the usual July dates. Prime Day 2026 kicked off at 12:01 a.m. PDT, ...
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Public Urged To Help Find Suspect In McAllen Indecent Assault Case - Fox Rio Grande Valley
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Duke's Isaiah Evans among top talent still available after sitting through Round 1 of the NBA draft
Isaiah Evans arrived at the NBA draft expecting to become a first-round pick after a two-year stay at Duke. Instead, he sat through a difficult Tuesday night in the green room without hearing his name called by the league commissioner to join him on the stage in New York. That me...
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Athletics' Zack Gelof loses hit streak at 24 games after getting spiked on his right hand
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof's 24-game hitting streak came to a quick and painful end Tuesday night. Gelof flied out to right as the leadoff hitter in the Athletics’ 3-1 loss to San Francisco. In the second inning, the Giants’ Matt Chapman hit a liner ...
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City of Pharr hosts accessibility and inclusion training
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- A training session was held in Pharr on Tuesday to provide city employees with insight into accessibility and best practices for guiding people with disabilities. The training is part of a partnership with the city of Pharr and the Disability C...
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'It is a disgrace': Families frustrated by conditions at Mercedes cemetery
MERCEDES, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Residents in Mercedes are voicing concerns about conditions at a local Catholic cemetery, saying overgrown grass, debris and hidden headstones have made portions of the property difficult to navigate. Families who regularly visit loved ones burie...
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Days of a seasonal summer forecast turn to dust by the weekend
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- The Rio Grande Valley is riding on a series of seasonal days through the week and into the weekend. Seasonal, in this case, means lots of sun, southeast breeze, and daytime highs in the 90s. Humidity will be noticeable but tolerable leaving the...
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UTRGV senior Madison Huhn ready to step into leadership role for Vaqueros women's basketball
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — UTRGV women's basketball tipped off week three of summer practice with team camaraderie at the forefront of Head Coach Lane Lord's mind. "It's all about camaraderie, and it's been fun to watch them get to know each other. They've already been to ...
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2026 NBA draft tracker: List of 1st-round picks
The players selected in the first round of the NBA draft Tuesday night in New York: ___ 1. Washington Wizards — AJ Dybantsa, forward, 6-9, 217, BYU Scouting report: First-team Associated Press All-American and national scoring leader (25.5) as a sturdy-framed freshman. Pressured ...
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After a difficult rebuild, the Wizards have new hope after adding Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick
WASHINGTON (AP) — It has been nearly a half-century since Washington was a real championship contender in the NBA. Now, AJ Dybantsa's arrival represents a potential turning point for a franchise that could really use one. The Wizards took Dybantsa with the first overall pick in T...
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Mission doctor sentenced for falsely diagnosing patients in health care fraud scheme released from prison
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Mission doctor convicted of falsely diagnosing patients in a health care fraud scheme has been released from prison. Jorge Zamora-Quezada, 69, of Mission, was released from custody on Monday, according to the Bureau of Prisons' Office of Publi...
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Olympian skier Bode Miller pleads not guilty to Idaho misdemeanor drug charges
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Olympic gold medalist skier Bode Miller has pleaded not guilty to a pair of misdemeanor drug charges after he was arrested on a charge of possessing psilocybin mushrooms. Miller was arrested June 6 in eastern Idaho, according to court records, and pleaded not ...
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Raymondville ISD police chief calls social media post false, investigation initiated
A story and photo posted on social media claiming a privately owned white Chevrolet Corvette was worked on in a Raymondville Independent School District maintenance shop posted on social media are a total fabrication, RISD Police Chief Oscar Gutierrez said last Friday. The photo ...
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Famous burger: Brownsville chef’s creation included in global ranking
Chef Eugenio Uribe of Le Rêve and Boqueron shows off his signature hamburger, which was included in the inaugural World’s 101 Best Burger Places ranking. (Courtesy: Daniela Loera) Chef Eugenio Uribe’s hamburger has been ranked 77th best on the planet in the inaugural World’s 101 ...
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Edinburg doctor convicted in $240M fraud scheme released from prison
Jorge Zamora-Quezada The former Edinburg rheumatologist who was convicted of committing healthcare fraud, conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud and conspiracy to obstruct justice has been released from prison. Jorge Zamora-Quezada, who owned the Center for Arthritis & Osteoporosi...
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Harlingen Police Youth Academy guides new generation of students
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen Police Department is hosting its annual youth academy to guide the next generation of law enforcement officers. During the youth academy, students will have the opportunity to work with police officers and learn the behind-the-scen...
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Harlingen could sell drinking water to proposed data center
A Harlingen WaterWorks agreement providing up to about 4.7 million gallons of sewer water a day to a proposed 1,800-acre data center just outside of the city limits includes a clause under which the agency could sell potable water if sewer water wasn’t available. Last September, ...
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Brownsville Metro studies expansion of public transit network
Brownsville Metro, or B Metro, wants to expand the city’s public transit network by adding a rapid bus transit system, new fixed routes and on-demand van or minibus options, according to a presentation it shared during a city commission special work session on Tuesday, June 16. F...
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Brownsville’s La Clandestina declares presence with music, food, and mystery
BROWNSVILLE — Octopus? Ceviche? No, I’ve had more than my share of both as of late. So my eyes continue to roam across the menu at La Clandestina Brasa Argentina. Let’s see. I could start off with something in “starters,” which I believe is the house name for “appetizers.” The...
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FIFA Fever: Valley shows out for World Cup craze for Mexico, US teams
By Erika De Los Reyes and Omar Zapata | Staff Writers McALLEN — The day soccer fans had been waiting for was finally here — the first game of the FIFA World Cup 2026 was about to commence. Bars, restaurants, movie theaters, and even cities across the Rio Grande Valley hosted comm...
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Edinburg police ramp up patrols ahead of Fourth of July
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- The Edinburg Police Department has launched a safety initiative ahead of the Fourth of July festivities to eliminate the number of impaired drivers on the road. The initiative was funded by the Texas Department of Transportation, which will all...
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McAllen to host inaugural PONY Summer Super Series: International Tournament of Champions
HARLINGEN, Texas, (ValleyCentral) — The City of McAllen held the official opening ceremony for the inaugural PONY Summer Super Series: International Tournament of Champions baseball tournament on Tuesday. The event will bring together over 50 elite youth baseball teams from acr...
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Editorial: Yes, new technology does eliminate jobs, but it creates new ones
Many people have expressed concerns that artificial intelligence will eliminate jobs and put many Americans out of work. Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, whose computer chips are driving the rapid growth of AI, says the new technology will actually create new jobs. They’re both right...
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Weslaco funeral home searches for missing emotional support dog
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Weslaco funeral home is searching for its missing emotional support dog. Johnny Salinas, owner of Salinas Funeral in Weslaco, and his family are searching for their Goldendoodle, Misty, who was last seen over the weekend near Mile 9-10 North a...
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Applications open for Harlingen business pitch competition
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Applications are now open for entrepreneurs and early-stage startups seeking thousands of dollars in grants to start a business in Harlingen. It's part of the 2026 RISE UP Harlingen Business Pitch Competition by the Harlingen Economic Developmen...
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Falcons agree to $54 million, 3-year deal that makes Kyle Pitts Sr. 1 of NFL's top paid tight ends
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a three-year, $54 million contract with tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., securing another foundation player on the team's offense through the 2028 season. The deal was announced on Tuesday by Pitts' agency, Athletes First, in a social me...
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England and Ghana play to 0-0 draw at World Cup despite flurry-filled final minutes
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — England dominated possession but came up empty on several late scoring opportunities in a 0-0 draw with Ghana on Tuesday at the World Cup. Both teams won their opening matches, with Ghana beating Panama 1-0 and England defeating Croatia 4-2. Now both stil...
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New York Knicks revel in their NBA victory parade as joyous fans and celebs fill the streets
NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson held up the golden NBA championship trophy for a forest of outstretched hands to touch as fans celebrated the New York Knicks' first title in 53 years with a booming parade through Manhattan's skyscraper-flanked “Canyon of Heroes.” “Damn, New York, w...
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PSJA partners with UTSA for new Film Studies Academy
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District, in partnership with the University of Texas San Antonio, is launching a new Film Studies Academy that will allow high school students to earn up to 18 college credit hours towards UTSA's Unde...
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Goalllll! Messi mania overtakes Argentina as legend breaks scoring record
BUENOS AIRES (AP) — Argentina’s passion for Lionel Messi has taken monumental form during the 2026 World Cup: A statue stands 26 meters tall in a remote town in Patagonia, and a mural signed by over 1,300 fans celebrates the captain who continues to inspire devotion across the co...
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Brownsville police seek public's help in vehicle burglary case
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Brownsville Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a person of interest in a vehicle burglary investigation. At approximately 11:40 p.m. on June 14, an unknown suspect burglarized a parked vehicle at Riquelme Suites...
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Serving Cameron County: Transforming Lives Through Bariatric Surgery
By: Dr. Angela Lomas, DHR Health Bariatric Surgeon 4770 N. Expressway 77 Suite 303, Brownsville, TX 78526 To schedule an appointment, call (956) 362-3715 To learn more about weight loss services and seminars at DHR Health, visit https://rgvweightloss.com/ Summer is here and bring...
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Meet Caramelo, the Mexico superfan attending his 11th World Cup
GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Long after Mexico’s World Cup win against South Korea, fans young and old lined up outside the stadium to take photos with Héctor Chávez and his big black sombrero. Also known as Caramelo, candy in English, Chávez is arguably as well-known in Mexico as ...
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Messi and Mbappe romping through World Cup in dazzling display of history-making goals
Lionel Messi has been mesmerizing. Kylian Mbappe has been, well, magnifique. Two of the biggest stars of the World Cup are setting records with history-making goals in a sizzling start that has even the most casual soccer fans in the U.S. taking notice. Messi has five goals in Ar...
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Mavericks announce hiring of Dusty May as coach hours before the start of the NBA draft
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks officially announced Dusty May as their new coach just a few hours before entering the NBA draft with the ninth pick on Tuesday night. May is making the jump to the NBA less than three months after leading Michigan to its first NCAA championship...
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Eight individuals, eight teams honored at annual RGV Sports Hall of Fame ceremony
IVAN PALACIOS | STAFF WRITER MISSION — The Rio Grande Valley Sports Hall of Fame held its 38th annual induction ceremony Saturday at the Mission Event Center, honoring eight individuals and eight teams. Headlining the individual class were four former athletes, three coaches and ...
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Man accused of selling guns to the Gulf Cartel pleads not guilty
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man who allegedly sold guns to the Gulf Cartel pleaded not guilty on Monday. Julio Treviño Jr., 23, of McAllen allegedly sold three semi-automatic rifles to a man affiliated with the Los Metros faction of the Gulf Cartel. “He has a substantial c...
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NHL exploring Texas expansion opportunities in Houston and Austin, AP source says
NEW YORK (AP) — The NHL is exploring potential expansion to Texas with Houston and Austin among the possibilities, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The league's Board of Governors had their annual post-Stanley Cup Final and pre-draft m...
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Van in Houston-area death investigation linked to Rio Grande Valley
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A death investigation is underway in Harris County after two bodies were found inside a vehicle that came from the Rio Grande Valley, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. At approximately 9 a.m. on Saturday, Harris County deputies re...
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NCAA panel approves new eligibility rules giving Division I athletes 5 years to play 5 seasons
Eager to lessen the chaos of the transfer portal era, the NCAA approved a new eligibility model for Division I athletes on Tuesday that will allow five seasons of competition over a five-year period that begins with their full-time enrollment or the academic year following their ...
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US eases restriction on Iran's World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match
The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday. The team will still be required to leave after Friday's match in Seattle, a departmen...
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NFL informs Brendan Sorsby it will not hold a supplemental draft this year
The NFL informed quarterback Brendan Sorsby on Tuesday that it will not hold a supplemental draft this year, saying it encouraged him to focus on preparing for possible entry into the league through the regular draft next year. The league told Sorsby of its decision in a letter t...
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4th of July celebrations to be held for veterans at Harlingen, McAllen VA
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — For veterans looking to celebrate the upcoming United States Semiquincentennial, the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System is hosting two Valley events to honor the birth of America and those who’ve served. As part of their Freedom 25...
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Blazers hire Wolves assistant Micah Nori as head coach, a year after Chauncey Billups' sudden exit
The Portland Trail Blazers picked Minnesota Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori as their next head coach on Tuesday, after making the playoffs for the first time in five years under the direction of interim coach Tiago Splitter. Nori, who spent the past five seasons with the Timber...
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Cemetery cleanup underway with Cameron Co. Sheriff's Office Prisoners at Work Program
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cleanup efforts at cemeteries are underway as part of the Cameron County Sheriff's Office Prisoners at Work Program. Last week, prisoners began cleaning two cemeteries near the San Pedro area along FM 281, cutting down overgrown grass to help pr...
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Stampede at World Cup match viewing in Jordan's Amman kills 1
AMMAN, Jordan (AP) — A stampede at a gathering of World Cup fans in Jordan's capital early Tuesday left one person dead and eight others injured, the state news agency said. Thousands of spectators had turned out in central Amman to watch the match between Algeria and Jordan on g...
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Maybe they're good: FIFA to analyze use of hydration breaks at future World Cups, Infantino says
ATLANTA (AP) — FIFA will consider keeping hydration breaks for future World Cups despite backlash to the extra stoppages in play at this year's tournament. Gianni Infantino, the soccer body's president, defended the decision to introduce breaks — which come midway through each ha...