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The Last Candle: a Día de los Muertos game where the local model may speak for the dead, but never decide who they were
This is a submission for the Hacktoberfest Open-Source AI Challenge Week 4: Ghost in the Machine. What I built La Última Vela / The Last Candle is a short narrative game, in English and Spanish, that you play at night with the internet off. It is November 1. An ofrenda glows with candles and cempasúchil. A spirit has come back, the way tradition says the dead do for one night, but she cannot remember who she was. You are a friend of the family, keeping watch.
Golden Apple Award: Jamie Mize, Shary Elementary School
MISSION, Texas (ValleyCentral) — ValleyCentral is honoring local teachers committed to academic excellence with the Golden Apple Award. For our second award of the school year, CBS Rio Grande Valley Anchor Marco Ramirez visited Sharyland ISD to honor an elementary school teacher who has earned the respect of students, parents, and staff across the district. Jamie Mize has taught at John H. Shary Elementary School for the past 18 years.
State undecided over death penalty for Alton man accused of killing family, attorney says
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The state is still waiting to make a decision on whether it will seek the death penalty against an Alton man accused of killing his parents and grandmother in their home inside a gated community earlier this year, his attorney said during a pre-trial hearing on Monday. Gaurav Chopra, 20, appeared in Hidalgo County court on Monday for a pre-trial hearing in the 139th District Court. He previously pleaded not guilty to charges.
Valley Voices: Alex Vega, Trimerson
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On the latest edition of Valley Voices, Marco Ramirez sits down with local DJ Alex Vega, also known as Trimerson. Vega began his DJ career in McAllen and has strived to bring a unique sound to the Valley. Vega’s mission is to blend reggaeton with house and electronic music. ON VALLEYCENTRAL+: Watch more Valley Voices episodes here. While performing across the Valley, Vega’s sound has been a hit and he is looking to spread his sound across the nation.
Golden Apple Award: Monica Escamilla, Mercedes High School
MERCEDES, Texas (ValleyCentral) — CBS Rio Grande Valley is honoring teachers across the Valley who are committed to academic excellence with the Golden Apple Award. To kick off the series this school year, our Marco Ramirez visited Mercedes High School to surprise a teacher preparing her students for the real world. Monica Escamilla has been teaching at Mercedes High School for the last 12 years.
Review: Broadway musical ‘Buena Vista Social Club’ will resonate with SoFlo in a SoFlo way
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Let’s just keep it real, here’s what you really want to know: Do you need to be fluent in Spanish to enjoy “Buena Vista Social Club”? The answer is no.
Valley Voices: Interview with ‘Borderline’ actors
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On the latest edition of Valley Voices, Marco Ramirez sits down with the starring actors of the newly released film, “Borderline”, which was mostly shot in Brownsville. Israel Zallar and Brenda Patricia Garza are from the Rio Grande Valley and are now very active in the fast-growing film industry in South Texas. ON VALLEYCENTRAL+: Find more episodes of Valley Voices here.
Valley Voices: Mariachi 7 Leguas
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In the latest edition of Valley Voices, host Marco Ramirez sits down with the founder of Mariachi 7 Leguas. Emilio Santos founded the group 22 years ago and has since become a renowned group not only across the Valley but across the nation. The band in currently on tour with Los Tigres Del Norte and is set to have their annual Mariachi Festival happening on Sept. 19 at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.
Valley Voices: “El Jardin” film production in Mercedes
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — This summer, the Rio Grande Valley got a taste of Hollywood as the city of Mercedes played host to its first-ever movie production. “El Jardin” is set to premiere this fall starring actor and San Juan native David Barrera. In this edition of Valley Voices, CBS 4’s Marco Ramirez sat down with Thomas Negrete and Reynaldo Leal, both from the RGV, who have taken their film careers back home.
Valley student athletes putting health first as school year begins
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As Rio Grande Valley school districts begin a brand new year, students are not just going back to the classroom — they’re also resuming their sports activities. While student athletes across the Valley practice hard to have a successful season, they also take their physical health seriously. “I just didn’t let my injury put those doubts in my head and slack me off,” said Issac Rios, a safety for Sharyland Pioneer football.
Excitement and nerves mark school start at Harlingen CISD's Early Childhood Academy
HARLINGEN, Texas ( ValleyCentral ) — Many students across the Valley are heading back to school this week, including those in the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District, who kicked off their first day Tuesday morning. ValleyCentral paid a visit to one school to see how the first day went for the tiniest students. At Early Childhood Academy, teachers and staff always make sure their school is their students “happy place”.
Excitement and nerves mark school start at Harlingen CISD’s Early Childhood Academy
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Many students across the Valley are heading back to school this week, including those in the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District, who kicked off their first day Tuesday morning. ValleyCentral paid a visit to one school to see how the first day went for the tiniest students. At Early Childhood Academy, teachers and staff always make sure their school is their students “happy place”.
Megapíxeles, sensores e IA: las claves técnicas de la fotografía móvil en Samsung
La evolución de la fotografía móvil ha sido espectacular durante los últimos años. Este avance se fundamenta en la combinación de un hardware cada vez más avanzado y un software impulsado por la ya omnipresente inteligencia artificial. En estas circunstancias, el celular Samsung se ha convertido en una de las referencias del mercado al incorporar cámaras de alta resolución, sensores de gran tamaño y sistemas de procesamiento capaces de mejorar las imágenes de forma automática.
Cómo ampliar la RAM de un Mac antiguo paso a paso
Vemos las pautas a aplicar para ampliaciones de memoria en los equipos Apple, abordando desde las posibilidades que ofrece la liberación de espacio hasta la viabilidad de adquirir más RAM. Ampliar la RAM puede mejorar el rendimiento de determinados Mac antiguos.
Valley Voices: Country music artist Romeo Vaughn
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In the latest edition of Valley Voices, CBS 4’s Marco Ramirez sits down with Rome Vaughn, a country music artist from Santa Rosa, Texas. Vaughn moved to Nashville to jump-start his music career and has lived there for the past 10 years. But Vaughn has always kept his hometown of Santa Rosa and the Rio Grande Valley close to his heart. “It’s so crazy because I have a lot of my peers who have never been to the Valley, never been to Santa Rosa,” Vaughn said.
Addiction recovery nonprofit launching Valley mission
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A nonprofit organization aiming to help people overcome addictions across the nation is launching its operations here in the Valley. Transformations Program USA is set to open a recovery home in Harlingen to help anyone across the Rio Grande Valley. “We’re not testing this out; the program works. I know it works; I was a part of it,” said Enzo Racca.
Valley Voices: David Pequeno- Film Director, ‘Back on Road’
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) – On this edition of Valley Voices, CBS 4’s Marco Ramirez is speaking with Film Director David Pequeno as he releases his newest film “Back on Road.” Originally from Harlingen, Pequeno launched his film career in San Antonio with his production company Avid Season Productions. But Pequeno is bringing his work back to the Rio Grande Valley.
Valley Voices: Rudy “The Flash” Juarez, International Football Player
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On the latest edition of “Valley Voices,” CBS 4’s Marco Ramirez sits down with a Brownsville native who is traveling the world playing football. While football is like a religion in the U.S., this American sport has influenced the formation of professional teams around the world. Photo credit: Rudy Juarez Photo credit: Rudy Juarez Rudy Juarez III is a product of Brownsville, Texas, and loved playing football in high school.
Valley Voices: Professional Wrestler “El Matatan”
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In the latest edition of Valley Voices, CBS 4’s Marco Ramirez sits down with Professional Wrestler Matt Robledo, most commonly known as “El Matatan” Mateo Ozuna. Robledo is from Santa Rosa and has always aspired to be with the WWE. Robledo is on his way to making that dream a reality by traveling to perform across the nation. Most recently, “El Matatan” made his way out to New York City, putting the RGV in the national ring.
Preparing for tomorrow: Evacuating for a Hurricane
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On top of preparing your home for a hurricane, you must also plan if you have to leave your home. The last hurricane to hit the Valley was Hurricane Hanna back in 2020. If another hurricane approaches our area, some people may choose to stay at home and ride it out. But others may choose to hit the roads and get out of town.
STEM Nation returns to students across the Valley
EDINBURG, TX (ValleyCentral) – Thousands of students from Rio Grande City to Brownsville gathered to explore the world of STEM as STEM Nation 2026 returned to the Valley for the second year in a row. For 7th-grade student Rolando Zapatero at Alamo Jr. High School, STEM has been a lifelong passion. He’s been so dedicated that he and his robotics team built and operated a robot that can pick up a ball and shoot it into a hoop, all in front of more than 5,000 students.
School nurse’s dedication impacting generations of students
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As we celebrate Nurse Appreciation Week 2026, ValleyCentral is honoring nurses across the Valley for their dedication to our community. School nurses play a big role in helping our community by educating the next generation about their health needs. Elizabeth Cisneros has been a school nurse for the last 17 years, and is currently at Lee H. Means Elementary Fine Arts Academy at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District.
Valley Voices: Veteran Females United
HARLINGEN,TX (ValleyCentral) – In the latest episode of Valley Voices, CBS 4’s Marco Ramirez sat down with members of Veteran Females United based in the Rio Grande Valley. VFU helps fellow female veterans across the Valley adjust to civilian life after their service. The organization not only provides emotional support to veterans but also offers resources on the medical benefits they may qualify for.
Trial reset for man accused in Harlingen tow truck driver’s death
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A trial has been reset for a man accused of the death of a tow truck driver in Harlingen. Cristobal Garzez’s trial has been reset for May 11. Announcements will take place on May 7. During a court hearing in the 197th District Court on Thursday morning, Garzez’s attorney requested more time to review body cam footage and cellphone evidence.
Hundreds gather at San Juan Basilica on Good Friday
SAN JUAN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Christians around the world are marking the death of Jesus Christ by praying at the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday. Outside the Basilica of San Juan Del Valle, hundreds gathered at the procession led by Bishop Daniel Flores. Good Friday is the day Christians around the world commemorate Jesus’s death on the cross before his resurrection on Easter Sunday.
Harlingen looks ahead one year after devastating floods
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Thursday marks one year since the entire Rio Grande Valley saw massive flooding that devastated many communities. While the storm impacted almost every city in the Valley, Harlingen, Texas, was hit the hardest. Those who experienced the chaos firsthand still have the memories fresh in their minds.
Remarkable Women: Dr. Sandy Magallan restoring the gift of sound
MCALLEN, TX (ValleyCentral) — As we celebrate remarkable women across the Valley, ValleyCentral is putting the spotlight on one local doctor who has helped countless people get back a sense we often take for granted. “I’m very humbled that they have their trust in me and trusting their hearing journey in my hands and it does take a lot of trust to get to where they are at,” said Dr. Sandy Magallan. Dr. Magallan has always been passionate about helping her own community.
Remarkable Women: Monserrat Arteaga’s mission to help families Valley-wide
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As we recognize remarkable women, ValleyCentral is introducing you to one woman in McAllen who has a passion and dedication to help families in need across the Rio Grande Valley. Anyone who knows Monserrat Arteaga says her compassion for others always turns into consistent action. Arteaga is the founder of Fundacion Amor Infinito, a nonprofit that provides free clothes, shoes and household items to families in need.
Nine polling locations close due to poll worker shortage in Hidalgo County
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — With the Primary Elections underway, voters in Hidalgo County will have fewer options to choose from on where to cast their ballots. The Hidalgo County Elections office told ValleyCentral that nine polling locations have been closed due to a shortage of poll workers, leaving a total of 58 polling locations open for Election Day. An updated polling location list will be posted on the Hidalgo County Elections website.
Republica-OS v2.5: la elección de los magistrados
Apenas concluidas las recientes elecciones, el oficialismo empezó a agitar con fuerza la idea de fundar una “Tercera República” como respuesta a muchos de los problemas estructurales que enfrenta el país. La propuesta, ambiciosa y cargada de peso simbólico, implicaría convocar una asamblea constituyente, lo que le paró el pelo a más de uno ante los riesgos de reescribir por completo el pacto constitucional.
African Students Association creating a home at UTRGV
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As we celebrate Black History Month, ValleyCentral is highlighting one local organization aiming to keep African culture alive in the Rio Grande Valley. The African Students Association at UTRGV is doing just that, as well as giving people a sense of being home. For the hundreds of international students studying at UTRGV in both Edinburg and Brownsville, moving so far away from their home countries comes with many challenges.
Mitos y leyendas sobre encuestas y debates
Una vez terminada la elección, creo que es buen momento para tratar de desmontar algunos mitos que aparecen cada cuatro años alrededor de este proceso: desde la supuesta criticalidad de los debates, hasta las historias de terror sobre encuestas manipuladas. El objetivo fundamental consiste en contribuir a eliminar estos relatos como focos de desinformación que pueden afectar la confianza del electorado en los procesos democráticos.
Thermodynamic insights and equilibrium phase diagrams of carbon deposition and carburization on iron surfaces in C–H–O system - Journal of Iron and Steel Research International
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Cómo adaptar tu software de facturación a VeriFactu y a la Ley Crea y Crece
En este artículo analizarás, paso a paso, cómo preparar tu software de facturación y tu ERP para cumplir con VeriFactu y con la norma conocida como Ley Crea y Crece para pymes, qué implicaciones técnicas y organizativas tiene la transición, y por qué la existencia de una ley antifraude y medidas como el fichaje obligatorio son relevantes para la salud fiscal y operativa de las empresas.
Importancia del software para facilitar el trabajo en bares, restaurantes y restauración
La digitalización en hostelería ha pasado de ser una recomendación a convertirse en una condición para operar con eficiencia y competir con solvencia. El uso de software específico optimiza procesos repetitivos, reduce errores, mejora la experiencia del cliente y libera tiempo para que chefs, camareros y gerentes se centren en lo que realmente importa: la calidad del servicio y la propuesta gastronómica.
¿Reforma Fiscal o estado de excepción fiscal? Cuando todos somos sospechosos
En One Battle After Another, de Paul Thomas Anderson, Leonardo DiCaprio interpreta a un defensor de migrantes antisistema retirado: Bob Ferguson. Una de las escenas más potentes ocurre cuando Ferguson se encuentra con el sensei Sergio St. Carlos (Benicio del Toro) en Banktan Cross, una ciudad santuario de migrantes, mientras huye de una persecución para salvar a su hija, Willa (Chase Infiniti).
¿Cuándo debe una empresa optar por un sistema GPU en la nube?
La aceleración mediante GPU se ha convertido en una de las herramientas más indispensables para todas esas empresas que buscan procesar volúmenes enormes de datos, entrenar modelos de inteligencia artificial o ejecutar aplicaciones que cuenten con una gran demanda gráfica. Sin embargo, no siempre es sencillo para una compañía saber en qué momento debe invertir en este tipo de infraestructura.
ValleyCentral presenta Mes de la Herencia Hispana 2025
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Para celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, CBS4 y NBC23 están honrando la cultura y la historia de la comunidad hispana. Durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, nuestro equipo transmitirá historias para conmemorar las comunidades y la historia del Valle del Río Grande que ayudaron a dar forma a las futuras generaciones de creadores hispanos. Transmitiremos un especial de 30 minutos con las siguientes historias a las 5 p. m.
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ValleyCentral presents Hispanic Heritage Month Special 2025
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS4 and NBC23 are honoring the culture and history of the Hispanic community. Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, our team will air stories to commemorate the communities and history of the Rio Grande Valley that helped shape future generations of Hispanic creators. We will broadcast a 30-minute special featuring the following stories at 5 p.m. on Sept.
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San Juan’s Día de los Muertos: Vibrant traditions honor the dead
SAN JUAN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — One of the most widely known celebrations in Hispanic Culture is Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead. This holiday has been celebrated for centuries worldwide, and the city of San Juan is aiming to become the beacon of this celebration in the Rio Grande Valley. Día de los Muertos has been celebrated for a long time before the Conquistadores came to Mexico.
'Ofrenda' at south Texas basilica the epicenter of Dia de los Muertos festivities
Posted: Sep 12, 2025 / 01:50 PM CDT Updated: Sep 12, 2025 / 01:50 PM CDT SAN JUAN, Texas (Nexstar) — The front steps of the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan Del Valle in San Juan, Texas, will serve as a community ‘ofrenda’, or altar, for the community to honor their loved ones during the Dia de los Muertos celebration. “I want to re-emphasis, we are not celebrating death, we are honoring the dead,” Father Jorge Gomez, Rector at the basilica, said.
'Ofrenda' at south Texas basilica the epicenter of Dia de los Muertos festivities
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