San Felipe Del Rio CISD would like to thank all the parents for all the patience and kindness they displayed as they waited to be reunified with their students. We are extremely grateful to all local law enforcement, emergency personnel, district staff, administrators, teachers, and support staff for their quick response and assistance throughout today’s evacuation and reunification.
Due to a foul odor reported at Ceniza Hills Elementary, all students and staff have been evacuated as a precautionary measure.
On April 11, 2026 Del Rio Police Officer Alexis Ramos was shot and injured while responding to a call in the 900 block of E 10th St. Since then, the Del Rio Community has been sharing their thoughts on how the City of Del Rio pays, recruits, and keeps our first responders. The shooting started an online conversation with residents, current, retired, and former police officers all concerned that the department’s pay scale isn’t competitive enough.
Del Rio News Network is investigating reports from our readers of a potential shooting involving a law enforcement officer earlier this morning.
On March 13, 2026, officers with the Del Rio Police Department responded to the 500 block of Waters Avenue in reference to a burglary of a vehicle.
At least one gunshot fired when a human trafficker refused to stop at a Border Patrol checkpoint north of Del Rio on HWY 277 late Thursday evening
Two essential roles in Del Rio’s government turned vacant overnight. In surprise decisions by city council, the city attorney and city manager were permanently removed from their seats in the final minutes of a 5-hour meeting Tuesday evening.
On February 16, 2026, at approximately 3:43 p.m., officers with the Del Rio Police Department responded to the 100 block of Century Way in reference to a burglary of habitation in progress.
A power outage has been reported in the Ceniza Hills & Lake View area of Del Rio. Estimated restoration time is currently set at 1:30 AM.
Video of the suspect was captured as he fled the scene.
Update – Ceniza Hills Elementary May 21, 2026 
Investigative Report: A Look at First Responder Pay and Staffing Data Following April Incident 
Reports of Shots Fired at Del Rio Officer- DRNN Investigating 
Two Arrested in Burglary Spree, Firearm Recovered, One Attempts Escape 
Shot Fired at Del Rio Border Patrol Checkpoint 
City Manager, City Attorney Immediately Removed 
Man Arrested for Attempted Burglary of Habitation 
Winter Storm Updates: Power Out in North Del Rio, TX 
Del Rio Man Arrested After Reported Generator Theft and Vehicle Evasion