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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.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  President Barack Obama is now calling the explosions in Boston an "act of terror."

Monday, April 15, 2013  Two people are dead and 22 more are wounded after two bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon.

Monday, March 25, 2013  A local children's home is inviting the public to walk on sunshine with them this weekend.

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  Following last March's hail storm McAllen Public Work crews are not taking any chances.  They were out in full force early Tuesday morning.

Monday, December 31, 2012  Lt. Richard Alvarez with the Harlingen Fire Dept. stopped by Action 4 Sunrise to give you some firework safety tips.

Saturday, December 29, 2012  Authorties are searching for a group of suspects who robbed a fireworks stand north of Weslaco.

Friday, December 28, 2012  It is a lucrative business during the holiday season.

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.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  Authorities and fireworks stand operators are on alert following a pair of gunpoint robberies on Christmas Day.

Monday, December 24, 2012  Fireworks are allegedly what led to a Brownsville house fire Monday morning.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  It's a service that Harlingen residents pay for year round but according to one man, he's not getting his money's worth.

Tuesday, November 06, 2012  The city of Pharr will honor our Veterans, by hosting a parade and fireworks display on Saturday Nov. 10. Gary Rodriguez explained what you can expect to see and experience by attending this event.

Wednesday, July 04, 2012  The fourth of July is known for traditionally celebrating with none other than fireworks.  But although these sparkling beauties may be fun to light up, they are considered a fire hazard and are illegal inside city limits.

Wednesday, July 04, 2012  While mostly everyone gets to enjoy the Fourth of July from home, fireworks vendors prepared for a busy night.