Latest local news, weather, high school sports in the Rio Grande Valley

Yesterday at 10:52 PM  A 3rd grader used his backpack to sneak a toy gun into Lopez-Riggins Elementary School on Wednesday was caught.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  If you really want to save some money, a staycation may be the answer.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Right now, thousands of children across Texas are living in the care of the state or foster homes, wanting to join a happy family.

Friday, April 12, 2013  Cameron County Sheriff Omar Lucio says 34 violators were picked up following a sweep that began on Tuesday. News briefing to be held at 3pm today.

Tuesday, April 02, 2013  April 2nd is Autism Awareness Day across the U.S. and it's estimated that as many as 1 in 88 school aged children will be diagnosed with the disorder.

Monday, April 01, 2013  STAAR testing gets underway this week for students for students across Texas.

Thursday, March 28, 2013  With Easter just around the corner, parents are making plans to spend some quality time with their kids creating some beautiful Easter eggs.

Friday, February 15, 2013  A teen Action 4 News will call ‘Debbie’ said that getting high off of Potpourri took over her life.

Monday, January 21, 2013  The attorney for Carlota and Javier Salinas has spoken out about the attention the case is receiving.

Monday, January 07, 2013  Two young parents are facing criminal charges after they allegedly smoked marijuana in front of their 4-month-old baby.

Thursday, December 27, 2012  Their bright, colorful packaging and often can’t beat prices, make them hard to resist, especially during this time of year when many will be lighting them up to welcome the new year.

Friday, December 14, 2012  While the nation searches for meaning in a shooting that left 20 children dead at a school in Connecticut, one school district in the Valley said they are adding extra security.

Monday, November 19, 2012  If you'll be shopping for your husband or wife at the Bass Pro Shops in Harlingen this coming month, make it a one-stop-shop and get the kids their gifts as well!

Wednesday, November 14, 2012  The classroom, a special place where children learn everything from how to spell their own name, to how to function in society.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  The Texas Attorney General's Office and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office have teamed up to crack down on dead-beat parents.