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Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Helping out in the community is just one part of the primary goal of the Knights of Columbus.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  Millions of other immigrants have fought for years for some type of immigration reform. While it looks like that might finally happened, it comes with its own set of challenges.

Thursday, November 29, 2012  The youth of the Rio Grande Valley are doing their part to help those affected by Superstorm Sandy along the east coast. Diana Trevino and Layla Trevino all stopped by Action 4 Sunrise to explain more about the Penny Power Challenge and how the American Red Cross comes into play.

Monday, June 11, 2012  The first Hispanic to be elected as Democratic Chair said one of his first goals is to change the misconceptions about democrats.

Friday, February 03, 2012  Parents picked-up their children from Las Yescas Elementary School Friday afternoon, ready to start the weekend. However, not far away from the school, a black cloud of smoke billowed as a warehouse at the intersection of FM106 and FM 803, burned with fury.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011  At a special board meeting held tonight, Brownsville Independent School District trustees unanimously named Dr. Carl A. Montoya as superintendent.

Friday, December 02, 2011  Craig Miller never thought he would face the challenges he is met with today. With nowhere to turn, Miller said he continued to endure the dozens of harassing phone calls from debt collectors day in and day out.

Monday, November 21, 2011  Valley lawmakers told Action 4 News a report commissioned by the Texas Department of Agriculture that called South Texas a ‘war zone’ is a complete misrepresentation of the border.

Monday, November 14, 2011  He's been sitting in the top spot since June, but the position hasn't been made permanent for Brownsville Independent School District Interim Superintendent, Dr. Carl Montoya. However, all that could change Tuesday, at the BISD Board of Trustees’ meeting.

Monday, October 17, 2011  Three relatives have been sentenced for their roles in rape of mentally-challenged family member.

Sunday, October 16, 2011  Two remaining defendants in a rape case against a mentally challenged woman will be in court Monday.

Thursday, June 09, 2011  A Willacy County native accused of raping and impregnating a 12 year old girl who's "mentally challenged," will be extradited back to the Valley to face charges.

Thursday, June 09, 2011  A Hidalgo County jury has sentenced a man accused of raping his mentally challenged half-sister to five years in prison.

Wednesday, June 08, 2011  A choked up Mark Anzaldua begged a jury to be fair when deciding his punishment.

Wednesday, March 02, 2011  When Alejandro Garrido was just a young boy, he was brought illegally to the United States by his parents.