Texas food trucks need statewide license starting July 1
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Instead of paying individually for a permit in every city they wanted to serve, Texas food truck owners have another option…
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Video shows ‘smuggling’ chase leading to an attempted gas station carjacking in Fabens
FABENS, Texas (KVIA) – Stunning video showing five individuals fleeing their vehicle, leading to an attempted carjacking in Fabens Thursday morning,…
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The Grappler: Texas DPS unveils fresh technology to help prevent pursuits
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Transportation unveiled new technology to help prevent high-speed pursuits across the state. In…
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Abbott proposes 3-year bachelor’s degree options for Texas public universities
(KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott called on Texas public colleges and universities to establish three-year undergraduate degree options Wednesday.…
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Texas’ limits on certain drag shows ruled unconstitutional again
by Ayden Runnels, The Texas TribuneAugust 25, 2026 Texas once again cannot enforce its restrictions on some public drag shows after a federal judge…
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Gina Hinojosa to speak about data centers, host town hall in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas State Representative Gina Hinojosa said she will visit El Paso Aug. 31 ahead of the November election. She’s running…
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$138 billion investment plan will help fund Montana Avenue project: TxDOT
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Transportation Commission approved a transportation program that included a projected investment of $138 billion.…
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Meta to give Texas over $1 billion in settlement to protect kids online
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Wednesday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said Texas will get more than $1 billion as part of a settlement with Meta to…
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Texas Railroad Commission eliminates public comment period from its public meetings
by Inside Climate News, The Texas TribuneAugust 24, 2026 The three elected officials who regulate the oil and gas industry in Texas hold an open…
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Mother says Fort Bliss failed to take 3-year-old’s domestic violence case seriously
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The mother of a 3-year-old, whose father punched in the head and chest, says Fort Bliss officials failed to take abuse…
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Best Dallas Cowboys fantasy performances last season
amine chakour // Shutterstock Every season in the NFL produces performances that feel less like a single game and more like statistical…
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Best Houston Texans fantasy performances last season
SEEphotos7171 // Shutterstock Every season in the NFL produces performances that feel less like a single game and more like statistical…
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Hemp industry files new lawsuit over Texas THC ban claiming job losses, medical marijuana monopoly
by Stephen Simpson, The Texas TribuneAugust 3, 2026 Several members of the hemp industry are filing an additional lawsuit against the state of Texas…
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How much does assisted living cost in Texas?
Fsendek // Shutterstock The national average cost of assisted living is $5,830 per month, but what families actually pay depends on location,…
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Feds pausing Big Bend border construction while CBP commissioner visits the park
by Gabby Birenbaum, Uriel J. García and Kayla Guo, The Texas TribuneAugust 17, 2026 WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner…
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Police say they found 72-year-old man previously reported as missing
UPDATE: El Paso Police at 7:23 p.m. said Rubio has been found and is safe. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Friday, El Paso Police said they’re looking for a…
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41% of Texas children with ADHD receive behavior treatment. Why experts recommend it
Lordn // Shutterstock If you’re a parent of a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you’ve probably thought…
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Limits on certain firearms, silencers lifted for some in Texas after judge’s order takes effect
by Alex Nguyen, The Texas TribuneAugust 13, 2026 Nearly century-old federal restrictions on certain short-barrel firearms and silencers were lifted…
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El Paso County schools receive accountability ratings
Editor’s Note: This article has been corrected with updated numbers. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas public schools and districts got their state…
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Protest against closing of La Tuna prison
UPDATE (Aug. 14, 2026): Rep. Escobar said she recently toured La Tuna and spoke with its current employees and union members. She said the facility…
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2 dead in Army Apache helicopter crash in Texas: Officials
By Luis Martinez, Alyssa Pone, and Nadine El-Bawab Two people are dead after a helicopter crashed in Salado, Texas, on Wednesday, according to the…
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Coldest Augusts in Texas since 1895
STILLFX // Shutterstock Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Augusts in Texas since 1895 using data from the National Centers for…
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Texas THC ban continues as federal judge rejects emergency motion
by Stephen Simpson, The Texas TribuneAugust 10, 2026 A federal judge denied an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order sought by hemp…
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Fort Bliss honors life, legacy of retired Command Sergeant Major Curtis Lee Brown
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monday, the 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss and family honored El Paso community leader and retired Command Sergeant Major…
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Meta commits to Texas data center standards: Abbott
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Monday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said Meta will comply with his standards and guidelines for data centers. Meta has a…
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Counties with the most born-and-bred residents in Texas
Ground Picture // Shutterstock Many people choose not to leave the state they were raised in for reasons ranging from wanting to be close to…
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Trump calls Texas’ data center opposition a “mistake”
by Taylor Goldenstein, The Texas TribuneAugust 7, 2026 President Donald Trump this week criticized Texas for being anti-data centers, just days after…
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Texas’ tax-free holiday is this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Shoppers can save money on clothes and school supplies in Texas during the state’s sales tax holiday on Aug. 7-9. State law…
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Hottest Augusts in Texas since 1895
Matusciac Alexandru // Shutterstock In 2022, the continental United States experienced its third hottest July since 1895, according to data…
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Small Texas law firm set to receive $150M contract to represent unaccompanied migrant children
By Laura Romero The Trump administration is set to award a multimillion-dollar contract to a small Texas law firm to provide legal representation for…
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