EDINBURG — Twenty-six residents have died today due to COVID-19 complications, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez said Monday. Another 398 tested positive for the virus which brings the total number of known positive cases to 17,751. “My deepest condolences to the friends and families who have lost a loved one today,” Judge Cortez said. “COVID-19 is still very present in Hidalgo County. If you or someone you care for are at higher risk of getting sick from COVID-19, take preventative steps to avoid getting sick. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid close contact with people who are ...