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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Bipartisan border bill aims to protect funding for Borderland colonias
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Congressman Tony Gonzales’ office recently announced that he is leading the Texas border delegation on a bipartisan bill…
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El Pasoan Adair Margo to be inducted into Texas Women’s Hall of Fame
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoan Adair Margo is one of five women to be inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame this year. Inductees are…
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Frontier Airlines debuts new route from El Paso to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Frontier Airlines is debuting a new route from El Paso to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The new service is…
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Blue Origin announces crew of New Shepard’s 34th Mission
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Blue Origin announced the crew of the New Shepard’s 34th Mission today. The crew includes Arvi Bahal, Gökhan Erdem,…
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Show your support for El Paso toddler nominated for “Toddler of the Year” competition
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—Exciting news! An adorable toddler from El Paso has been nominated for “Toddler of the Year,” and we’d love your help to…
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Texas using special bait to attract screwworms to insecticide
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is reintroducing Swormlure Bait to aid the ongoing battle against the New World…
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The scoop on Texas' ice cream preferences, according to Instacart
Instacart reports the top ice cream flavors in Texas and across the…
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Texas judge sets new execution date for death row inmate Robert Roberson
Originally Published: 16 JUL 25 13:38 ET By Ashley Killough, Dakin Andone, CNN (CNN) — A Texas judge on Wednesday set a new execution date for…
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ABC-7 at 4: McCall Neighborhood Center to host summer enrichment program
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The Juliet Hart Summer Enrichment Camp is an annual program for youth, held at the McCall Neighborhood. Program Highlights…
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How Canutillo ISD is abiding by the new state law banning cell phones during school hours
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The Canutillo Independent School District says it’s developing new guidelines around a state law banning cell phones…
Continue Reading Texas disaster preparedness and flooding committee, including El Paso’s César Blanco, will visit Kerr County
The Senate panel consists of seven Republicans and two Democrats. It first meets in Austin next week, then in Kerrville on July 31. By Atirikta…
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Wife of Texas AG Ken Paxton files for divorce ‘on biblical grounds’
By Eric Bradner, CNN (CNN) — The wife of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said Thursday she is filing for divorce “on biblical grounds,”…
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El Paso Congresswoman Escobar introduces bill to provide increased penalties for mass shooters
EL PASO, Texas – Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, and Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, have introduced the End Domestic Terrorism Act, which…
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U.S. Army Veteran seeks El Paso’s help in supporting Central Texas flood victims
El Pasoans are also working to help Central Texas flood victims in any way they can, but one woman couldn’t sit on her hands once she found out…
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Gov. Abbott orders flags in Texas to half-staff for flooding victims
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered all Texas flags across the state to be lowered half-staff in honor of those who died from…
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Texas Flooding: Over 170 missing, 109 dead
At least 109 people are dead after heavy rain led to devastating flooding in Texas. Kerr County was hit the hardest, with at least 87 deaths,…
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The El Paso Fire Department says they’re ready for any assignment, from search, rescue, or recovery when it comes to assisting with the devastating…
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What would flooding in El Paso look like? Take a look at these models
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Central Texas was hit by heavy flooding this holiday weekend. More than 100 people died in the floods. ABC-7 put together an…
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Texas Hill Country Floods: Where to donate
KERRVILLE, Texas (KVIA) — Dozens are dead after heavy flooding in Texas Hill Country this holiday weekend. The storm’s death toll is now over 100,…
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Hill Country flooding: Here’s how to give and receive help
By Texas Tribune Staff, The Texas Tribune July 5, 2025 “Hill Country flooding: Here’s how to give and receive help” was first published by The…
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Devastating Central Texas flash floods second-deadliest in Texas history, so far
By Jeff Ray Click here for updates on this story Texas (KTVT) — The death toll, as of Sunday at 10 p.m., of 81…
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Top 5 uniquely popular potato chip brands in Texas
Instacart compiled the top 5 uniquely popular potato chip brands in…
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Man will spend the rest of his life in prison for producing child sex abuse materials
ANTHONY, Texas (KVIA) — An Anthony, Texas man will spend the rest of his life in prison on production of child sexual abuse material charges. Court…
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Gov. Greg Abbott, AG Ken Paxton do not have to release Uvalde or Jan. 6 emails, Texas Supreme Court rules
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune June 27, 2025 “Gov. Greg Abbott, AG Ken Paxton do not have to release Uvalde or Jan. 6 emails, Texas Supreme Court…
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Texas capital murder case attempts to severely punish abortion pill use by treating a fetus as a person
By Jessica Shuran Yu and Hayden Betts, The Texas Tribune June 30, 2025 “Texas capital murder case attempts to severely punish abortion pill use by…
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