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Share your feedback on improvements for downtown Harlingen

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Harlingen is partnering with the AmericanPlanning Association (APA) for a community event focused on improving the downtown area. The two-day event will give the community a space to provide feedback on the downtown district's historic buildings,...

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Community members gather at a press conference for civil rights

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Hispanic civil rights group wants Democrats they helped get elected to get 'ICE out'

As the sun rose over the Rio Grande Valley, the air was thick with anticipation and hope. Election votes were still being tallied, but the spirit of change was palpable. At the forefront of this movement stood La Union del Pueblo Entero (LUPE), a prominent Hispanic civil rights organization, ready...

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Voters in Corpus Christi prepare to head to the polls on a cloudy Election Day.

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Election Day forecast: Cloudy skies all day long

As the sun peeked through the clouds over Corpus Christi, the air was thick with anticipation. Local residents, many clutching their ballots with a sense of purpose, prepared to make their voices heard on Election Day. The weather, however, was a mixed bag, with cloudy skies looming over the city,...

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A happy dog wearing a smart pet tag outdoors.

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Brownsville business talks about new smart pet tags

Imagine the panic that sets in when you realize your furry friend is missing. You’ve checked every corner of the house, scoured the neighborhood, and even posted on social media, but your beloved pet is still nowhere to be found. For countless pet owners, this scenario is all too familiar, and it...

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Community safety in McAllen, Texas after a violent incident

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Police search for stabbing suspect in McAllen business parking lot

On a typical bustling afternoon in McAllen, Texas, the sun cast long shadows across the parking lot of a local business. Customers bustled in and out, laughter mingling with the sounds of sizzling food from nearby taco trucks. But beneath this vibrant surface, a dark incident unfolded that would...

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Tea Time: Britney Spears new music

In a world where the sound of a new Britney Spears song can make hearts flutter and toes tap, the anticipation surrounding her upcoming music release has fans buzzing like caffeinated bees. Imagine a crowded café, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the excitement of die-hard fans...

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