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

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Governor Rick Perry signed new legislation aimed to secure the state's future water supply.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Bryan Hale explains in a special report just what the future of the Valley's water supply will entail.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  When natural disasters hit some areas in La Feria and Santa Rosa, severe problems with the drainage system arise.

Monday, April 29, 2013  While the recent rains have been great for dry lawns and flower beds, it does not mean city water restrictions will be lifted.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  Drought conditions in the Rio Grande Valley are so bad, lawmakers are calling it a major issue with communities along the border running out of water.

Friday, February 01, 2013  Will there be enough water for the Rio Grande Valley if drought continues and our population continues to grow? Leaders are meeting in Brownsville to answer that question.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012  It is like finding a needle in a hay stack, Environmental Scientist Rafael Casanova told Action 4 News.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012  Sgt. Mark Bratton and Sgt. Matt Tafoya joined Action 4 Sunrise to talk about the Toys for Tots campaign and how you can help those in need.

Monday, October 01, 2012  Hidalgo County residents will see a special bond initiative on this November’s ballot asking for $184 million in drainage system improvements.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012  A children’s cancer clinic in McAllen could receive a $150,000 dollar donation but it all depends on the performance of a Tejano star.

Monday, September 03, 2012  Mary Lou Aceves, her husband Victor and two young children live at a home on South Austin Street in San Benito. It's the home her husband grew up in and one where they never had major problems – until recently.

Thursday, August 23, 2012  An elderly Weslaco woman’s water could be shut off, even though she paid her water bill ten days early.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  If you live in McAllen, you may soon be paying more for your water.

Thursday, July 05, 2012  Authorities believe recent rains and flooding are responsible for an alligator found in the backyard of a home south of the border in Matamoros.

Thursday, June 14, 2012  The endangered whooping cranes that winter on the Texas Gulf Coast survived a historic drought and their numbers have risen.