Hottest months in Texas since 1895
Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest months in Texas since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott adds more items to the Special Session #2 Agenda
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott says he added three items to the Special Session #2 Agenda. Those items include: Legislation to impose penalties or punishments for legislators who willfully absent themselves during a session Legislation to authorize a person to purchase Ivermectin at a pharmacy Legislation relating to a groundwater study of
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County unveils plan for new Pan American Speedway in North Fabens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The county unveiled its plan for a new motorsport entertainment venue in North Fabens today. County officials say the Pan American Speedway will be located 40 minutes from central El Paso, keeping traffic away from congested areas while allowing residents from across the region to enjoy the new venue. County
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‘Alyssa’s Law’ just took effect in Texas. Here’s how it impacts your child
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “Alyssa’s Law,” also known as Senate Bill 838, takes affect this school year for Texas schools. The legislation requires silent alarm systems in classrooms by the 2025-2026 school year. The bill was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott in May of 2023. Schools have had the last two years
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Funeral services for Cacique Jose Sierra Sr. announced
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo is honoring the life of Cacique Jose Sierra Sr. through a series of events next week. Sierra, who served as the tribe’s spiritual leaders for many years, died over the weekend. The pueblo posted the following funerary schedule to its Speaking Rock Facebook page: Speaking
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Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments requirement in 11 school districts
By Jaden Edison, Eleanor Klibanoff and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune June 26, 2025 “Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments requirement in 11 school districts” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. A
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Texas GOP nears vote on new maps as Democrats stage protest in state House
Originally Published: 20 AUG 25 05:00 ET By Eric Bradner, Arit John, Arlette Saenz, Steve Contorno, Andi Babineau, CNN (CNN) — Texas Republicans are moving closer to approving new congressional maps amid a Democratic show of protest over the GOP House speaker’s order that members who fled the state weeks earlier be placed under law enforcement watch. The
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Best public middle schools in Texas
Stacker compiled a list of the best public middle schools in Texas using data from Niche.
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Lawsuit settled in 2022 shooting death of a migrant in West Texas, but no criminal charges filed yet
By Uriel J. García, The Texas Tribune Aug. 19, 2025 “Lawsuit settled in 2022 shooting death of a migrant in West Texas, but no criminal charges filed yet” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and
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Car insurance rates in Texas August 2025
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Speaking Rock to reopen on Friday after mourning for beloved Cacique Jose Sierra Sr.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Speaking Rock will reopen on Friday, August 22, 2025 at 9 AM. The entertainment center and all Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo facilities are currently closed due to the passing of the pueblo’s beloved Cacique, Jose Sierra Sr. “We join together in honoring his life and legacy during this difficult time,”
Continue Reading El Paso County Commissioners holds moment of silence for Cacique José Sierra Sr.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — During a County Commissioners Court meeting El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego had a few words for the passing of Cacique José Sierra Sr. “I’d like to read something on behalf of José Sierra Sr., who was a Cacique, or pueblo, and just an incredible person and I’d like to
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Texas Tech University System, FBI partner to improve national security.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The FBI and the Texas Tech University System have entered into a landmark Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to advance U.S. national security, cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection. Texas Tech officials say the agreement, signed Aug. 18, marks a significant milestone in the shared commitment of the FBI and the TTU
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Almost 70 pounds of meth seized at the Paso del Norte border crossing
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 69.75 pounds of methamphetamine on Aug. 13. CBP officials say one of its canine units found drugs in a car driven by a 25-year-old female Mexican citizen. Officers discovered 60 bundles of methamphetamine hidden inside the vehicles gas tank. “Thanks to the training
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Measles outbreak that sickened more than 700 declared over in Texas
The outbreak led to the deaths of two school-aged children. By Youri Benadjaoud August 18, 2025, 1:31 PM A measles outbreak in Texas that infected more than 700 people has officially been declared over, state health officials announced on Monday. The outbreak was the largest in the state in more than 30 years and led to the deaths
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Texas debuting new driver license, identification card design
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is debuting a new driver license and identification card design. DPS officials say that starting today, all newly issued cards will have increased security features and a new look. If you have one of the cards with the old design, the card will still
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Hundreds without water in Northeast El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Hundreds are without water service in Northeast El Paso, according to the El Paso Water Outage map. The utility says it is impacting the Mesquite Hills area near Fort Bliss. The outage map says the impact severity is high, with anywhere from 500 to 999 customers being impacted. ABC-7 has
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Bishop Mark Seitz offers condolences on Cacique Jose Sierra’s death
UPDATE: “I am saddened to hear of the loss of the Cacique and a very dear Friend, Chief Sierra. His commitment to his faith along to his unwavering commitment to the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo community was an inspiration for me. I was very fortunate to have worked alongside him and I am grateful to
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Family of fallen ‘Texas hero’ awarded $45.6 million
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A U.S. District Judge awarded the family of fallen Texas DPS Special Agent Anthony Salas $45.6 million. The family brought a lawsuit against the U.S. federal government after Salas, an El Paso native, died on the job in January 2022. FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAWDownload Read the court’s
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Socorro man sentenced to 15 years in prison for crime sprees
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Armando Bejarano, 39, received a 15-year state prison sentence after carrying out “multiple crime sprees over several years.” A spokesperson for the El Paso District Attorney’s Office says Bejarano, a Socorro resident, pleaded guilty to 24 felony offenses that occurred between 2019 and 2024. Charges “Bejarano pleaded guilty to multiple
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2 dead in shooting at Target in Austin, suspect detained: Police
The circumstances surrounding the shooting aren’t clear. By ABC News August 11, 2025, 2:38 PM Two people are dead following a shooting at a Target store in Austin, Texas, according to police. A suspect has been detained, police said. Austin-Travis County EMS said earlier there were four victims. The circumstances surrounding the shooting were not
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Senator Cornyn visits Camp East Montana at Fort Bliss
Watch Senator John Cornyn’s visit to Fort Bliss below: FORT BLISS, Texas (KVIA) — Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) is visiting the new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility at Fort Bliss. Camp East Montana is set to open later this month. Senator Cornyn is set to give a media briefing after he speaks with
Continue Reading The Texas redistricting showdown reaches a critical moment
Originally Published: 08 AUG 25 05:00 ET By Arlette Saenz, Ashley Killough, CNN (CNN) — The next flashpoint in the redistricting standoff between Texas Democrats and Republicans is hours away. Republicans in the state House will convene and attempt to advance efforts to redraw the state’s congressional maps, producing as many as five more US House seats
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Gov. Greg Abbott asks Texas Supreme Court to expel House Democratic leader who left state
By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune Aug. 5, 2025 “Gov. Greg Abbott asks Texas Supreme Court to expel House Democratic leader who left state” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up
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Texas lawmakers propose replacing STAAR exam with three shorter tests
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Aug. 1, 2025 “Texas lawmakers propose replacing STAAR exam with three shorter tests” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas
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Showdown in Texas as Abbott threatens Democrats who fled in protest of redistricting
A showdown is unfolding in Texas as Gov. Greg Abbott threatens to remove Democrats who have fled the state in protest of Republican-led effort to create a new congressional map. Abbott said Texas House Democrats have until 3 p.m. local time on Monday to return to the statehouse for the special session or risk losing their jobs.
Continue Reading Texas Democrats leave the state to prevent vote on GOP-drawn congressional map
Originally Published: 03 AUG 25 17:08 ET Updated: 04 AUG 25 01:28 ET By Steve Contorno, Aileen Graef, Ed Lavandera, CNN Chicago (CNN) — Texas House Democrats left the state Sunday in a desperate bid to block an aggressively partisan redrawing of the state’s congressional map orchestrated by Republicans with the support of President Donald Trump. The last-ditch attempt adds
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Borderland lawmakers speak on proposed Texas redistricting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas State Representative for District 77 Vince Perez held a news conference in El Paso today where he spoke against the Texas redistricting proposed by Republicans, which could impact El Paso County. If passed, it could move Fort Bliss out of El Paso’s main congressional district, placing it in the
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Texas House Republicans unveil new congressional map that looks to pick up five GOP seats
By Gabby Birenbaum and Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune July 30, 2025 “Texas House Republicans unveil new congressional map that looks to pick up five GOP seats” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide
Continue Reading Long-standing problems led up to deadly Hill Country floods, witnesses tell legislative flood committee
Communication problems, a lack of qualification standards for emergency management coordinators and other issues have plagued the state long before the July 4 floods, officials told two special committees Wednesday. By Emily Foxhall, Hayden Betts and Paul Cobler July 23, 2025 No minimum qualifications for local emergency management coordinators. No easy way to know if local officials are getting
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