U.S. Marine Allegedly Kidnapped In Matamoros

May 24, 2013 | 8:50 pm in News by News Room
U.S. Marine Allegedly Kidnapped In Matamoros

U.S. and Mexican authorities are investigating the alleged kidnapping of a U.S. Marine just miles from the border.

Sources tell Fox 2 that he went missing last week in Matamoros, Tamaulipas.

The …

Local, Federal Authorities Raid Home

May 24, 2013 | 8:49 pm in News by News Room
Local, Federal Authorities Raid Home

A strong mobilization of law enforcement on the McAllen-Mission border tonight, with their focus on one home.

It happened at around 6:30 p.m. on Bryan Road and mile 2-and-a-half.

McAllen police responded …

Heightened Security For Copycat Attacks

May 24, 2013 | 8:48 pm in News by News Room
Heightened Security For Copycat Attacks

Britain’s on alert for more possible terrorism as the investigation continues into that horrific murder of a soldier in London.

Radical Muslim Imam Omar Bakri– now banned from the UK– claims …

Palmview Woman Killed By Apparent Stray Bullet

May 24, 2013 | 8:46 pm in News by News Room
Palmview Woman Killed By Apparent Stray Bullet

In Palmview, a woman killed by an apparent stray bullet at a bar but authorities say there are many unanswered questions.

Hidalgo County Sheriff’s say the 23-year-old female was shot at …

Armed Men Hold Two Women At Gunpoint

May 24, 2013 | 8:45 pm in News by News Room
Armed Men Hold Two Women At Gunpoint

Two women in Pharr are recovering from a terrifying night after several armed gunmen stormed into their home.

Authorities say it happened at around 1 a.m. yesterday on the 5500 block …

Teen In Alleged Starbuck Beating In Court

May 24, 2013 | 8:44 pm in News by News Room
Teen In Alleged Starbuck Beating In Court

One of the teens accused in the brutal beating of an officer and pastor at a local coffee shop was in court.

The juvenile is accused of attacking the officer and …

Solo Rollover Claims Driver’s Life

May 24, 2013 | 8:43 pm in News by News Room
Solo Rollover Claims Driver’s Life

A young Edinburg man was killed, when the vehicle he was driving lost control, rolling over, late last night.

A Fox 2 viewer sent these photos into our newsroom.

According to Edinburg …

Teen In Court For Human Smuggling

May 24, 2013 | 8:42 pm in News by News Room
Teen In Court For Human Smuggling

A juvenile accused of being a human trafficker was in a Hidalgo county courtroom this afternoon.

He– along with a female driver– were arrested after they led police on a pursuit …

“Park Girl” Tries To Pay Back Customers

May 24, 2013 | 8:41 pm in News by News Room
“Park Girl” Tries To Pay Back Customers

A La Feria businesswoman known as the “Park Girl” wants to pay back the customers that accusing her of theft.

Twenty-seven-year-old, Jo Leigh Ares was arrested in 2011 after six mobile …

Illegal Gambling Investigation

May 23, 2013 | 8:36 pm in News by News Room
Illegal Gambling Investigation

We have more information about breaking news we brought you last night.

An investigation conducted at a significant gambling operation in Willacy County.

Yesterday evening, authorities and state inspectors questioned the “El …

Alleged Cartel Member Pleads Guilty To Zapata Murder

May 23, 2013 | 8:29 pm in News by News Room
Alleged Cartel Member Pleads Guilty To Zapata Murder

There is some more closure to family of Jaime Zapata.

An alleged cartel member has pleaded guilty in the murder of the fallen ice agent.

Julian Zapata Espinoza plead guilty to the …

Mercedes Man Under Arrest For Soliciting A Minor Online

May 23, 2013 | 8:28 pm in News by News Room
Mercedes Man Under Arrest For Soliciting A Minor Online

A Mercedes man is under arrest, for allegedly soliciting a minor online.

According to the U.S. Marshals, 21-year-old Samuel Israel Reyes was wanted out of Dallas for allegedly engaging in a …

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Category: GeneralMarcha y Feria de Salud

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May 1, 2013 1:16 pm

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Category: ArtJunior Ranger Day

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May 4, 2013 3:00 pm

Join the park and community partners as we celebrate the National Park Service and its mission. Visit National Parks around the nation via live video programs, participate in activities and games about healthy living, and enjoy living history programs. Kids are invited to earn badges and prizes.
Time: 10 am. to 3 p.m.
Admission: Free of charge and open to the public
For more information: Call (956) 541-2785

Event Location: Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park, 7200 Paredes Line Rd.

Junior Ranger Day

Category: GeneralFiesta Cinco de Mayo

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May 4, 2013 8:00 pm

The City of Harlingen and the Office of the Mexican Consulate invite you to enjoy performances by Las Margaritas, Mariachi Imperial, Frutty Villarreal & Fit4Life Folklorico Dance, and Grupo Norteño Los Federales! Saturday, May 4th from 3 PM - 8 PM .Admission is FREE!

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Category: GeneralSouth Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

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May 8, 2013 5:00 pm

In 2013 South Texas Hurricane Conference provides a forum for current trends and topics, information about the latest tools and technology in emergency preparedness management and homeland security, and preparedness function for the region.

The large exhibit hall will be open to the public on both days of the conference. We will have vendors available to provide critical preparedness information and resources to help empower residents with the necessary tools to prepare for a hurricane or tropical storm. We will also have emergency vehicle demonstrations for the following departments.

City of Weslaco Rio Grande Emergency Medical Regional Response Team (Mobile Command Trailer)
Texas Department of Public Safety (Response Boat)
San Juan PD Task Force (Swat Vehicle Truck)

As well as a wide variety of other emergency response vehicles.

This event is completely free to the public.

South Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 8, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: GeneralSouth Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

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May 9, 2013 5:00 pm

In 2013 South Texas Hurricane Conference provides a forum for current trends and topics, information about the latest tools and technology in emergency preparedness management and homeland security, and preparedness function for the region.

The large exhibit hall will be open to the public on both days of the conference. We will have vendors available to provide critical preparedness information and resources to help empower residents with the necessary tools to prepare for a hurricane or tropical storm. We will also have emergency vehicle demonstrations for the following departments.

City of Weslaco Rio Grande Emergency Medical Regional Response Team (Mobile Command Trailer)
Texas Department of Public Safety (Response Boat)
San Juan PD Task Force (Swat Vehicle Truck)

As well as a wide variety of other emergency response vehicles.

This event is completely free to the public.

South Texas Hurricane Conference 2013

Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 9, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 10, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 11, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

Category: GeneralMother's Day Breakfast

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May 11, 2013 12:08 pm

The Mission Historical Museum will exclusively be treating our members to a memorable Mother’s Day Appreciation Breakfast. Come and enjoy a delicious breakfast and be serenaded with Trio music by Los Padrinos. Trio is a method of instrumentation or vocalization by three different sounds or voices to make a melodious music or song.This talented group were born and raised in rural South Texas. Juan Porras, Jose Carrio, and Miguel Angel Juarez are self- taught musicians whose interpretations of “Trio” music are harmoniously sung along with the sounds of a Spanish guitar. Los Padrinos will perform the traditional serenade “Las Mananitas” which is most appropriate for Mother’s Day. This special event will be held on May 11, 2013 at 10 am in the Annex Building at 200 E. Tom Landry. Please RSVP by calling (956) 580-8646

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Category: ConcertDISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF FANTASY

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May 12, 2013

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of you favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lighting McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

Children ages 2+ require ticket

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Category: GeneralSolara Hospital First Annual Health Fair

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May 15, 2013 1:01 pm

Join us for our First Annual Health Fair at Solara Hospital! Visit with companies, speak with a dietitian about your diet, talk to a pharmacist about your medications, get your blood sugar and blood pressure checked and much more! Join us for refreshments, giveaways, and valuable information about your health! See you there!

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Category: GeneralHarmony Science Academy 1mile Fun Run and Health Fair

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May 18, 2013 10:15 am

This Saturday May 18th HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY will be having a marathon event. Our goal is to get our children and community active and learn more about healthy lifestyles. This event will be held at the BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK. EVENT STARTS AT 8:00 a.m PUBLIC US INVITED TO JOIN US.

Harmony Science Academy 1mile Fun Run and Health Fair

Category: General1 Mile Tiger Run

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May 18, 2013 3:17 pm

1 mile running event is going be held at the Brownsville sports park on May 18 2013 at 8am. The race will be 10.00 per person. A t-shirt will be provided for the first 100 participants. All proceeds will go towards Harmony Science Academy Athletics program for all of our students k-12 grade level.

1 Mile Tiger Run

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Category: GeneralFun Health Walk with FOX 2 & Univision 48

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May 23, 2013 8:00 pm

Join us for our monthly “Fun Health Walk” Wednesday, May 23rd at 6:00 pm at the Townlake at Fireman’s Park. Please wear a grey shirt. This month we are supporting Asthma Awareness.

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Category: GeneralBud Light River City Rockfest

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May 26, 2013 12:48 pm

Guns N’ Roses, Alice in Chains, Bullet for my Valentine, Skillet, Halestorm, Asking Alexandria, All That Remains, Clutch, The Sword, and more. For additional updates to the Bud Light River City Rockfest, visit RiverCityRockfest.com.

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Category: General3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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May 31, 2013N/A

The Knights of Columbus Council 2698 from Mission are happy to announce the 3nd Annual “Summer Knights” Fishing Tournament on South Padre Island, Texas. The tournament will take place May 31st & June 1st, 2013 at Louie’s Backyard on the Island. Friday’s festivities begin at 4:00 pm with registration, music and fun. Fishing begins on Saturday at 6:00 am with weigh in from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm that day followed by prizes, dinner then music by Roy Solis. Proceeds are to benefit the Columbian Squires Circle 1492 from St. Paul’s Catholic Church Mission, Texas.

3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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Category: General3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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June 1, 2013N/A

The Knights of Columbus Council 2698 from Mission are happy to announce the 3nd Annual “Summer Knights” Fishing Tournament on South Padre Island, Texas. The tournament will take place May 31st & June 1st, 2013 at Louie’s Backyard on the Island. Friday’s festivities begin at 4:00 pm with registration, music and fun. Fishing begins on Saturday at 6:00 am with weigh in from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm that day followed by prizes, dinner then music by Roy Solis. Proceeds are to benefit the Columbian Squires Circle 1492 from St. Paul’s Catholic Church Mission, Texas.

3rd Annual Summer Knights Fishing Tournament

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