Harlingen Police Department

06/01/2026

🚔💙 Harlingen, We Heard You! 💙🚔

When we launched our original "I Support Harlingen Police" shirts, many community members told us they loved the design but felt the price was a little too high. We listened.

We're excited to announce that we've partnered with a local Harlingen vendor V&M Prints, to bring the shirts back at a more affordable price!

👕 Cotton Blend Shirt – $20
👕 Dri-Fit Performance Shirt – $20

Not only are the shirts more affordable, but purchasing through a local vendor means faster turnaround times while supporting a local business.

These shirts are more than just apparel—they are a visible sign of support for the officers who serve our community every day. Every time someone wears one around town, it helps show that Harlingen stands together and supports those who work hard to keep our city safe.

We invite you to grab a shirt for yourself, your family, and your friends. Then help us spread the word by sharing this post and encouraging others to join in.

📢 Here's how you can help:
✅ Purchase a shirt
✅ Share the online store link
✅ Tag friends and family who support HPD
✅ Wear your shirt proudly around town

Let's fill Harlingen with blue and show the strength of our community support!

💙 Thank you for standing with the Harlingen Police Department.

Online store: https://harlingen-police-department-merch-store.spiritsale.com/

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

Information: The Operation Chill Event that was scheduled today at 11:00am has been cancelled due to the weather conditions.

05/26/2026

📅 Applications will be available to the public beginning Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and can be picked up at the Harlingen Police Department starting at 8am.

Due to the high demand for this program, applications will be accepted on a strictly first-come, first-selected basis. Each academy session will be limited to 30 participants.

🚓 Academy Session #1: June 22–25, 2026
🚓 Academy Session #2: July 6–9, 2026

The Harlingen Police Youth Academy gives young individuals the opportunity to work alongside officers, participate in hands-on activities, and gain a better understanding of law enforcement and teamwork.

05/22/2026

Today, the Harlingen Police Department welcomes Chief Steven Cortez to the podcast. Chief Cortez joins us to invite the community to the 7th Annual Speedy 5K and share more about the incredible work being done through the Speedy Foundation.

Don’t miss this meaningful conversation about community, giving back, and honoring a special mission. Stay tuned!

05/22/2026

The time has come! We heard your feedback from last summer, and the Harlingen Police Department is proud to announce the return of the Harlingen Police Youth Academy!

This year, we will be hosting not one, but TWO summer sessions for our Youth Academy program.

📅 Applications will be available to the public beginning Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and can be picked up at the Harlingen Police Department.

Due to the high demand for this program, applications will be accepted on a strictly first-come, first-selected basis. Each academy session will be limited to 30 participants.

🚓 Academy Session #1: June 22–25, 2026
🚓 Academy Session #2: July 6–9, 2026

The Harlingen Police Youth Academy gives young individuals the opportunity to work alongside officers, participate in hands-on activities, and gain a better understanding of law enforcement and teamwork.

If you have any questions, please contact Officer Curry at [email protected].

05/22/2026

Public Service Announcement – High School Graduation Traffic Advisory

Please be advised that beginning at 3:00 PM, the following road closures will be in effect for the high school graduation ceremonies:

13th Street will be closed from Jefferson Street to E. Harrison
Jefferson Street will be closed between 13th Street and 77 Sunshine Strip

Graduation Schedule

Harlingen South High School
Students will be transported by bus from campus
Ceremony begins promptly at 5:30 PM
Students will be bused back to campus following the ceremony

Harlingen High School
Students will be transported by bus from campus
Ceremony begins promptly at 8:30 PM
Students will be bused back to campus following the ceremony

Traffic Advisory

The heaviest congestion is expected during the transition period when Harlingen South families are exiting and Harlingen High families are arriving. Please plan accordingly, allow extra travel time, and exercise patience and caution in the area.

Thank you for your cooperation, and congratulations to the graduating classes!

05/21/2026

Things to look forward to:
- Graduating and grad parties
- Memorial Day celebrations
- Spending time in jail for a DWI

Wait, what? No one is looking forward to that last one, but with all these celebrations, it can be a possibility. A DWI could change your life, and it could change someone else’s, too.
There are many ways we can keep the celebrations going and protect ourselves and each other during these fun times. For starters, you can designate a driver who won’t be drinking any alcohol or taking any other kind of drug—someone who will stay completely sober and can give you a ride.

If you can’t get a sober ride from someone you know, choose one of these options:
· Call a rideshare or taxi service.
· Take public transit.
· Stay put until you’re sober.

No matter where you’re celebrating, there’s always a way to get there safely without endangering yourself or others. Driving after consuming any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair your driving. You can face legal, financial, and emotional strain that can follow
you for years. A crash can devastate the lives of victims and their families forever.

A DWI can cost you in many other ways, too:

• Up to $17,000 in fines and fees, jail time, and loss of your driver’s license.
• Community service, court appearances, and court-ordered classes.
• Probation that may also include regular drug and alcohol tests or having a· breathalyzer installed in your car to start it.
• Difficulty finding or keeping a job, loss of trust from loved ones, and a lifetime of regret.

Also, Texas House Bill 393 mandates that someone convicted of intoxication manslaughter must pay restitution to support the children of their victims. These payments will last until the child is 18 years old.

There’s too much at stake, and the risk is simply not worth it. There are many celebrations to be had. Drive sober to make sure that you’ll be at all of them. Drive Sober. No Regrets.