Fox Rio 2 News RGV http://www.foxrio2.com FOX XRIO 2 Cable 6 : News for the Rio Grande Valley Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:55:48 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 en ©anthonyacosta@entravision.com http://www.foxrio2.com/?feed=podcast anthonyacosta@entravision.com (anthonyacosta@entravision.com) anthonyacosta@entravision.com(anthonyacosta@entravision.com) News 1440 FOX XRIO 2 Cable 6 : News for the Rio Grande Valley anthonyacosta@entravision.com anthonyacosta@entravision.com anthonyacosta@entravision.com No no http://www.foxrio2.com/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/powered_by_podpress.jpg Fox Rio 2 News RGV http://www.foxrio2.com 144 144 Donna resident convicted of murder http://www.foxrio2.com/donna-resident-convicted-of-murder/ http://www.foxrio2.com/donna-resident-convicted-of-murder/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:55:48 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2968 A Donna resident was convicted of murder earlier this afternoon in Cameron County. Ten jurors found 24 year old Adrian Piña Contreras guilty of murdering 22-year-old David Garcia in South Padre Island during spring break of 2004.
After the verdict was handed down, the defendant’s 27-year old sister Jennifer Contreras, attacked a witness, yelling in Spanish, ‘that’s what you get for lying.’ Fox 2 news was the only station to capture the moment when security guards rushed to take control of the situation.
She was charged with retaliation and endangering a child. Officials also arrested José Reyna III for interfering with public duties, a class B misdemeanor, and was arraigned before judge Linda Salazar. After the brawl, the 103rd judicial district court continued on with the sentencing phase. Contreras faces 5 to 99 years in prison or life in a state jail.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/donna-resident-convicted-of-murder/feed/ 00:01:01 A Donna resident was convicted of murder earlier this afternoon in Cameron County. Ten jurors found 24 year old Adrian Pintilde;a Contreras guilty of murdering ... A Donna resident was convicted of murder earlier this afternoon in Cameron County. Ten jurors found 24 year old Adrian Pintilde;a Contreras guilty of murdering 22-year-old David Garcia in South Padre Island during spring break of 2004. After the verdict was handed down, the defendant's 27-year old sister Jennifer Contreras, attacked a witness, yelling in Spanish, 'that's what you get for lying.' Fox 2 news was the only station to capture the moment when security guards rushed to take control of the situation. She was charged with retaliation and endangering a child. Officials also arrested Joseacute; Reyna III for interfering with public duties, a class B misdemeanor, and was arraigned before judge Linda Salazar. After the brawl, the 103rd judicial district court continued on with the sentencing phase. Contreras faces 5 to 99 years in prison or life in a state jail. News anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No High speed chase puts seven undocumented immigrants in custody http://www.foxrio2.com/high-speed-chase-puts-seven-undocumented-immigrants-in-custody/ http://www.foxrio2.com/high-speed-chase-puts-seven-undocumented-immigrants-in-custody/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:55:35 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2967 A high-speed chase leads a human smuggler to abandon his cargo.
It was at 8:15 this morning that La Joya police spotted a pick-up truck that almost caused an accident on the expressway. Instead of pulling over, the driver led police on a heated pursuit through Peñitas and tom gill where he headed north.
After ramming into the fence, the coyote fled the scene and ran into a nearby wooded area, leaving behind 5 undocumented immigrants who were later turned into the border patrol. One of the individuals was from Reynosa while the other four were from the state of Guerrero.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/high-speed-chase-puts-seven-undocumented-immigrants-in-custody/feed/ 00:01:01 A high-speed chase leads a human smuggler to abandon his cargo. It was at 8:15 this morning that La Joya police spotted a pick-up truck that ... A high-speed chase leads a human smuggler to abandon his cargo. It was at 8:15 this morning that La Joya police spotted a pick-up truck that almost caused an accident on the expressway. Instead of pulling over, the driver led police on a heated pursuit through Pentilde;itas and tom gill where he headed north. After ramming into the fence, the coyote fled the scene and ran into a nearby wooded area, leaving behind 5 undocumented immigrants who were later turned into the border patrol. One of the individuals was from Reynosa while the other four were from the state of Guerrero. News anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No Gun scare in Donna comes up bare http://www.foxrio2.com/gun-scare-in-donna-comes-up-bare/ http://www.foxrio2.com/gun-scare-in-donna-comes-up-bare/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:55:21 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2966 Donna independent school district police received a tip this morning regarding the possible presence of a handgun in the Donna 3-d- academy.
Several students were detained, but Donna superintendent Robert Laredo told Fox 2 news that a feud between students may have sparked the rumor.
Laredo explained that a female student told authorities that a fellow classmate had brought a pistol to school.
After a thorough revision of the school premises no handgun was found.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/gun-scare-in-donna-comes-up-bare/feed/ 00:01:01 Donna independent school district police received a tip this morning regarding the possible presence of a handgun in the Donna 3-d- academy. Several students were detained, ... Donna independent school district police received a tip this morning regarding the possible presence of a handgun in the Donna 3-d- academy. Several students were detained, but Donna superintendent Robert Laredo told Fox 2 news that a feud between students may have sparked the rumor. Laredo explained that a female student told authorities that a fellow classmate had brought a pistol to school. After a thorough revision of the school premises no handgun was found. News anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No 40 arraigned for Valverde flea market raid http://www.foxrio2.com/40-arraigned-for-valverde-flea-market-raid/ http://www.foxrio2.com/40-arraigned-for-valverde-flea-market-raid/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:55:08 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2965 The Hidalgo county sheriff’s department has made more arrests in connection to a raid at a local flea market
The seizure of hundreds of cd’s and dvd’s was made yesterday at the Valverde flea market in Donna. A total of 40 people are now behind bars, while some of them were already arraigned this afternoon for charges of piracy. It was informed that from the group of 40 people arrested, 33 of them are illegal immigrants who are in custody.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/40-arraigned-for-valverde-flea-market-raid/feed/ 00:01:01 The Hidalgo county sheriff's department has made more arrests in connection to a raid at a local flea market The seizure of hundreds of cd's ... The Hidalgo county sheriff's department has made more arrests in connection to a raid at a local flea market The seizure of hundreds of cd's and dvd's was made yesterday at the Valverde flea market in Donna. A total of 40 people are now behind bars, while some of them were already arraigned this afternoon for charges of piracy. It was informed that from the group of 40 people arrested, 33 of them are illegal immigrants who are in custody. News anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No Forever Wild http://www.foxrio2.com/forever-wild/ http://www.foxrio2.com/forever-wild/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:54:56 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2960 The cost to feed an exotic animal is only part of the owner’s liability. Like we said before, you don’t need a license to own one, but there are many more laws that can get you in the long run. Their natural beauty, grace, and mystery are reasons why people are drawn to exotic animals, and there are those that get so intrigued by these creatures that they want one as a pet.
In Florida, several residents started releasing their pet boas into the wild, and now they are competing with alligators.
“With the boas, they are preying on populations that are generally not doing well, because of habitat loss already.”
Closer to south Texas, in Matamoros, Tamaulipas Mexico it has been confirmed that there is a black market for exotic animals. Usually members of the elite class purchase them, because they are priced in the thousand-dollar range. In the U.S. it is perfectly legal to own exotic pets like tigers, lions, water dragons, and venomous snakes, but you cannot exhibit or sell them.
Barbara Hoffmann, who ran a traveling circus act for twenty years, is trying to convince Hidalgo County to allow her to show off her animals as part of an educational show for kids.
“It’s only a restriction if the county or state decides to put a restriction on it or prohibit it. I don’t blame them for not wanting them as pets. They are not pet quality animals. They never have been and shouldn’t be.”
Hoffmann left Cameron County a few weeks ago since she could not find a property big enough for her pets.
“Recently, the city of San Benito told her that we are trying to develop that land and we were told that she has to relocate and she did, and as far as having problems with her none at all.”
Aside from finding the right place to house large exotic animals, the cost to feed them can be hectic.
“Big cats, they can consume from a thousand to two thousand dollars worth of meat every week.”
That’s why some owners set them free creating room for an unwanted encounter with one of these beasts
“Certainly not to disturb it, especially if it’s in the vein of a large cat or an alligator that is in an area that they may not want it to be in, because there are trained people that can go out and handle the situation.”
Ultimately, is it possible to domesticate an exotic animal?
“These are wild animals and will forever be wild animals. Once you release them into the wild their instinct will kick back in, and they will fend for themselves.”
Biologist Jaime Peña agrees that the natural beauty of an exotic animal draws the attention of almost anyone, but unless you’re a professional it is highly suggested that you don’t keep one in your home.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/forever-wild/feed/ 00:01:01 The cost to feed an exotic animal is only part of the owner's liability. Like we said before, you don't need a license to own ... The cost to feed an exotic animal is only part of the owner's liability. Like we said before, you don't need a license to own one, but there are many more laws that can get you in the long run. Their natural beauty, grace, and mystery are reasons why people are drawn to exotic animals, and there are those that get so intrigued by these creatures that they want one as a pet. In Florida, several residents started releasing their pet boas into the wild, and now they are competing with alligators. "With the boas, they are preying on populations that are generally not doing well, because of habitat loss already." Closer to south Texas, in Matamoros, Tamaulipas Mexico it has been confirmed that there is a black market for exotic animals. Usually members of the elite class purchase them, because they are priced in the thousand-dollar range. In the U.S. it is perfectly legal to own exotic pets like tigers, lions, water dragons, and venomous snakes, but you cannot exhibit or sell them. Barbara Hoffmann, who ran a traveling circus act for twenty years, is trying to convince Hidalgo County to allow her to show off her animals as part of an educational show for kids. "Itrsquo;s only a restriction if the county or state decides to put a restriction on it or prohibit it. I don't blame them for not wanting them as pets. They are not pet quality animals. They never have been and shouldn't be." Hoffmann left Cameron County a few weeks ago since she could not find a property big enough for her pets. "Recently, the city of San Benito told her that we are trying to develop that land and we were told that she has to relocate and she did, and as far as having problems with her none at all." Aside from finding the right place to house large exotic animals, the cost to feed them can be hectic. "Big cats, they can consume from a thousand to two thousand dollars worth of meat every week." That's why some owners set them free creating room for an unwanted encounter with one of these beasts "Certainly not to disturb it, especially if it's in the vein of a large cat or an alligator that is in an area that they may not want it to be in, because there are trained people that can go out and handle the situation." Ultimately, is it possible to domesticate an exotic animal? "These are wild animals and will forever be wild animals. Once you release them into the wild their instinct will kick back in, and they will fend for themselves." Biologist Jaime Pentilde;a agrees that the natural beauty of an exotic animal draws the attention of almost anyone, but unless you're a professional it is highly suggested that you don't keep one in your home. Special,Report anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No Arraignment for Cheney and Gonzales to have packed courthouse http://www.foxrio2.com/arraignment-for-cheney-and-gonzales-to-have-packed-courthouse/ http://www.foxrio2.com/arraignment-for-cheney-and-gonzales-to-have-packed-courthouse/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:50:57 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2964 A Texas judge has set a Friday arraignment for vice president Dick Cheney, former U.S. attorney general Alberto Gonzales and others named in indictments accusing them of responsibility for prisoner abuse in a federal detention center.
You can bet that the Willacy County courtroom will be packed tomorrow morning for the scheduled arraignments of several other local, state, and federal officials named in corruption indictments handed up by a Willacy County grand jury.
The multi-count indictments also accuse the officials with illegally profiting from their positions in connection with the awarding of local prison construction contracts or involvement in for-profit companies managing the prisons.
Defense attorneys are expected to file motions asking presiding judge Manuel Banales to throw out the indictments.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/arraignment-for-cheney-and-gonzales-to-have-packed-courthouse/feed/ 00:01:01 A Texas judge has set a Friday arraignment for vice president Dick Cheney, former U.S. attorney general Alberto Gonzales and others named in indictments accusing ... A Texas judge has set a Friday arraignment for vice president Dick Cheney, former U.S. attorney general Alberto Gonzales and others named in indictments accusing them of responsibility for prisoner abuse in a federal detention center. You can bet that the Willacy County courtroom will be packed tomorrow morning for the scheduled arraignments of several other local, state, and federal officials named in corruption indictments handed up by a Willacy County grand jury. The multi-count indictments also accuse the officials with illegally profiting from their positions in connection with the awarding of local prison construction contracts or involvement in for-profit companies managing the prisons. Defense attorneys are expected to file motions asking presiding judge Manuel Banales to throw out the indictments. News anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No Petland linked to puppy mill cruelty http://www.foxrio2.com/petland-linked-to-puppy-mill-cruelty/ http://www.foxrio2.com/petland-linked-to-puppy-mill-cruelty/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:50:42 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2963 The national Petland chain, including the retailer here in the valley has been linked to large-scale puppy mill cruelty.
An 8-month investigation by the United States humane society has revealed that many petland stores across the country are supporting cruel puppy mills, while telling un-suspecting customers the dogs come from good breeders.
Investigators witnessed the animals being cramped into barren cages, smelling of urine with no socialization and other forms of harsh treatment.
The USDA reports more than 17 thousand individual puppies linked to petland stores.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/petland-linked-to-puppy-mill-cruelty/feed/ 00:01:01 The national Petland chain, including the retailer here in the valley has been linked to large-scale puppy mill cruelty. An 8-month investigation by the United States ... The national Petland chain, including the retailer here in the valley has been linked to large-scale puppy mill cruelty. An 8-month investigation by the United States humane society has revealed that many petland stores across the country are supporting cruel puppy mills, while telling un-suspecting customers the dogs come from good breeders. Investigators witnessed the animals being cramped into barren cages, smelling of urine with no socialization and other forms of harsh treatment. The USDA reports more than 17 thousand individual puppies linked to petland stores. News anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No New international bridge for Donna and Rio Bravo http://www.foxrio2.com/new-international-bridge-for-donna-and-rio-bravo/ http://www.foxrio2.com/new-international-bridge-for-donna-and-rio-bravo/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:50:28 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2962 The U.S. and Mexico continue to build their relationship as a new bridge in the city of Donna is to stimulate a lagging economy and stir up tourism in the valley and Mexico.
The governor of the state of Tamulipas Eugene Hernandez Florez is excited about the new project and announced that they have started the first stage of the construction of the international bridge Rio-Bravo-Donna.
Florez aims to create a bridge that will help with commercial traffic to and from Mexico. The bridge will build a road that will serve the linked city of Rio Bravo to the international crossing. Many people were in attendance at the press conference today to show their support of the bridge. They made it clear that it is an important project for both the U.S. and Mexico.
With the advancements of this bridge the state of Tamulipas is now the Mexican state with the most borders with the United States.
The bridge is expected to be complete by 2009 and it will be a gateway between the United States and Mexico.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/new-international-bridge-for-donna-and-rio-bravo/feed/ 00:01:01 The U.S. and Mexico continue to build their relationship as a new bridge in the city of Donna is to stimulate a lagging economy and ... The U.S. and Mexico continue to build their relationship as a new bridge in the city of Donna is to stimulate a lagging economy and stir up tourism in the valley and Mexico. The governor of the state of Tamulipas Eugene Hernandez Florez is excited about the new project and announced that they have started the first stage of the construction of the international bridge Rio-Bravo-Donna. Florez aims to create a bridge that will help with commercial traffic to and from Mexico. The bridge will build a road that will serve the linked city of Rio Bravo to the international crossing. Many people were in attendance at the press conference today to show their support of the bridge. They made it clear that it is an important project for both the U.S. and Mexico. With the advancements of this bridge the state of Tamulipas is now the Mexican state with the most borders with the United States. The bridge is expected to be complete by 2009 and it will be a gateway between the United States and Mexico. News anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No Entertainment district to have new year’s celebration http://www.foxrio2.com/entertainment-district-to-have-new-year%e2%80%99s-celebration/ http://www.foxrio2.com/entertainment-district-to-have-new-year%e2%80%99s-celebration/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:50:14 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2961 If you would love to see the ball drop on new year’s eve in time square, but don’t have the means, this year McAllen is bringing it to you.
For the first time, the entertainment district will have a new year’s eve celebration like no other, blocking off 15, 16 and 17th streets for the midnight party. You’ll be able to enjoy free live bands, food and other entertainment as well as the highlight anticipated ball drop from the new parking garage.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/entertainment-district-to-have-new-year%e2%80%99s-celebration/feed/ 00:01:01 If you would love to see the ball drop on new year's eve in time square, but don't have the means, this year McAllen is ... If you would love to see the ball drop on new year's eve in time square, but don't have the means, this year McAllen is bringing it to you. For the first time, the entertainment district will have a new year's eve celebration like no other, blocking off 15, 16 and 17th streets for the midnight party. You'll be able to enjoy free live bands, food and other entertainment as well as the highlight anticipated ball drop from the new parking garage. News anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No Health http://www.foxrio2.com/health/ http://www.foxrio2.com/health/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:50:00 +0000 admin http://www.foxrio2.com/?p=2959 If you’re a woman who’s overweight and thinking of having kids listen to this.
A new study says women who get pregnant after weight-loss surgery tend to be healthier and less likely to deliver a baby born with complications.
Researchers with the Rand Corporation looked at seventy-five previous studies on obese women and fertility. They say obese women are also more likely to have difficulty getting pregnant, but after the surgery “there is some suggestion of increased fertility.” The reason, they say, is because the weight loss normalizes menstrual cycles and hormone levels.
The study appears in the journal of the American medical association.

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]]> http://www.foxrio2.com/health/feed/ 00:01:01 If you're a woman who's overweight and thinking of having kids listen to this. A new study says women ... If you're a woman who's overweight and thinking of having kids listen to this. A new study says women who get pregnant after weight-loss surgery tend to be healthier and less likely to deliver a baby born with complications. Researchers with the Rand Corporation looked at seventy-five previous studies on obese women and fertility. They say obese women are also more likely to have difficulty getting pregnant, but after the surgery "there is some suggestion of increased fertility." The reason, they say, is because the weight loss normalizes menstrual cycles and hormone levels. The study appears in the journal of the American medical association. Health anthonyacosta@entravision.com no No