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Yesterday at 8:00 PM  Benicio Villarreal tried his best to convince Justice of the Peace Homer Jasso that he is innocent of the crime he was accused of committing.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  FNB Insurance Agency and Action 4 News teamed up to Pay it 4Ward to Debi Ruelas, who gives up her lunch money and time to serve the needs of cancer patients at Texas Oncology Center in McAllen.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  An Hidalgo county woman is arrested for transporting illegals in the United States.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Suspected drug smuggler is currently being held without bond.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  A kids daycare center in Brownsville is busted with more than just demerits in the kitchen.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Family members of Army Specialist Kevin Cardoza gathered to say their final goodbyes.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The son of Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia has been arrested and charged in a shoplifting case where he and another man stole knives and returned to the scene of the crime.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  More than 6,000 children are waiting to be adopted by a loving family here in Texas.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Mission police arrested 22-year-old Laura Sanchez Vasquez on multiple counts of child abandonment on Monday.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Three people are expected to face a judge after being accused of helping former Hidalgo County District Clerk Omar Guerrero flee to Mexico.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The community of  Edcouch Elsa is getting ready for a hero’s welcome.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Food banks across the nation are concerned they may not have enough food to meet demand if congress decides to approve a $20 billion cut to food assistance programs.

Monday, May 13, 2013  A dangerous drug with a different name gaining popularity among teens.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Students will be able to pay their final respects in honor of the fallen soldier as the parade continues to every campus across the district.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Penitas police are investigating the death of at least 13 dogs in a north Penitas neighborhood.