Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
Good morning, Mission.
🚧 Accidents
Today, emergency services shut down part of Expressway 83 in Mission as they responded to an incident with police and firefighters working together—redirecting traffic—while details on injuries or the cause remain unclear.
🚨 Crime
Weslaco police are seeking help to locate 37-year-old Ricardo Diaz, last seen on July 14 and described as 5’7 tall and weighing 155 pounds (with tattoos of Graciela and a Houston Texans logo on his chest).
🏥 Health
Residents in the Rio Grande Valley have skipped doctor visits and medicine pickups out of fear that immigration raids will lead to detention—many are now missing essential checkups and prescriptions.
Local clinics report fewer visitors as intensified deportation efforts add to the region’s health risks amid high rates of illness and poverty.
🏈 Sports
UTRGV head football coach Travis Bush previewed what fans can expect for the upcoming season during Southland Conference Media Day held in San Antonio on Monday.
Female boxers at Torres Boxing Academy in Mission are training to go pro—Coach Marc Torres said the fighters work hard to change a male-dominated sport—and they will compete at the Texas Women’s Championships on Aug.
29 in Houston.
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