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

Monday, June 17, 2013  Governor Rick Perry signs a bill for mandatory drug testing for some unemployment recipients.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  State Senator Eddie Lucio Jr. spearheaded 100 bills this legislative session and says he's pleased to see that half of them passed.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  The 83rd Texas legislative session just wrapped up last month and one of the key players in bringing forth several important bills was Texas State Senator Eddie Lucio Jr.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Through sickness and health Victor and Martha Portales have stood by each other.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  A senate committee passes a bill requiring elected state lawmakers to take drug tests.

Friday, May 10, 2013  The much anticipated federal trial of former Cameron County District Attorney Armando Villalobos gets underway Monday.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  A bill before the Texas Legislature would make it against the law to send a text message while driving.

Sunday, April 14, 2013  A bill that would require those seeking public office to submit to a drug test will get its day to be heard.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  A high-profile push for school vouchers statewide is headed to the full Texas Senate.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  A bill that would create a medical school in the Rio Grande Valley has passed its third and final reading in the Texas House of Representatives.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  A bill that would create a medical school in the Rio Grande Valley has passed its second reading in the Texas House of Representatives.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  A bill that would bring a medical school to the Rio Grande Valley has passed in the Texas State Senate.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  A bill that would merge UTPA and UTB as well as create a medical school in the Rio Grande Valley has passed an important legislative hurdle.

Monday, March 04, 2013  The Rio Grande Valley is one step closer to getting a medical school tonight.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  A pair of stolen pugs has been returned to a La Feria family while a suspect in their theft is being held in custody.