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2 hours, 11 minutes ago  A toddler was put in danger after his parents decided to smoke synthetic marijuana inside their vehicle.

Today at 1:00 PM  An 86-year-old man was struck and killed by another 86-year-old man in an auto pedestrian accident.

Yesterday at 11:55 PM  A family pet was attacked and killed by two pit bulls. Brittany Hickel was devastated when she saw her 300lb. Alpaca named 'Kimo' dead. She said he didn't stand a chance.

Yesterday at 10:45 AM  An anonymous tip led Starr County HIDTA investigators and Rio Grande City police to over 6,000 pounds of marijuana in a Garceno neighborhood.

Yesterday at 9:21 AM  A family dispute leads to a man assaulting a woman with a cable box.

Friday, May 17, 2013  A 3rd grader used his backpack to sneak a toy gun into Lopez-Riggins Elementary School on Wednesday was caught.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Elderly man in ICU after getting stung by more than 200 bees

Friday, May 17, 2013  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.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Homeowners in a Penitas neighborhood fear an increased threat of burglaries after several dogs are killed.

Friday, May 17, 2013  A Brownsville woman was arrested for child endangerment, theft and engaging in organized criminal activity.

Friday, May 17, 2013  A Harlingen man was arrested for a stabbing on North 27 Street.