Murder trial of man accused of decapitating his own mother begins
EL PASO, Texas– Fernando Alonzo Alarcon, accused of murdering his mother Graciela Acosta five years ago, sat before a jury Wednesday. In 2017…
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UN suspends Russia from Human Rights Council
(CNN) — The United Nations General Assembly voted Thursday to suspend Russia from the Human Rights Council. The voting result was 93…
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Nancy Pelosi tests positive for Covid-19, spokesman says
By Annie Grayer and Clare Foran, CNN House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has tested positive for Covid-19, a spokesman for the California Democrat said…
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Car catches fire in West El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — A car went up in flames just before 7 a.m. Thursday on the westbound CD lanes near I-10 and Resler. Firefighters quickly arrived on…
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Safety concerns arise again at Tippin Elementary after video shows a car driving on the wrong side of the road to beat traffic
EL PASO, Texas — Parents of Tippin Elementary are scared for their children’s safety after another incident of what they’re calling ‘insane’ driving…
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El Paso man honors his wife’s memory with fashion show
EL PASO, Texas– The owner of Zions Bow Ties always wanted to have his own fashion show; after his wife’s passing last year, he decided to finally do…
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Grand Jury indicts El Paso man accused of kidnapping woman on his way to job interview
EL PASO, Texas – A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging Matthew Joseph Contreras with kidnapping. According to court documents,…
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House votes to refer 2 former Trump advisers to Justice Department for contempt of Congress
(CNN) — The House voted Wednesday to recommend two former advisers to former President Donald Trump be referred to the Department of Justice on…
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Region braces for deeper drought, less Rio Grande water for farming
Another spring, the same dry riverbed. In previous years, water would begin to flow in the Rio Grande in springtime, released from storage from…
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Crash cleared on I-10 east at Porfirio; back up down to W. Schuster Ave.
UPDATE: The crash was cleared at 3:46 p.m. EL PASO, Texas – A crash on I-10 east and executive has the shoulder closed and traffic back up as far…
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Governor Abbott announces sending immigrants to Washington, D.C. to deter illegal immigration; immigrants must volunteer to go
Weslaco, TX — Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced directives to deter the smuggling of migrants across the US / Mexico border and he says the state…
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Man arrested in Fabens after officials say he fired at least 1 shot near homes
EL PASO, Texas – A 19-year-old man was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon Monday. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office says…
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Leader of West Virginia Proud Boys pleads guilty for role in US Capitol riot
By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN The leader of the West Virginia chapter of the Proud Boys pleaded guilty on Wednesday to illegally entering the US Capitol…
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New Mexico legislature approves sending $500 to residents
SANTA FE, New Mexico — The Associated Press is reporting the New Mexico legislature approved new payments to help offset inflation. The payments…
Continue Reading No charges will be filed in fatal police shooting of Amir Locke, killed during no-knock warrant service
By Omar Jimenez, Brad Parks and Peter Nickeas, CNN Prosecutors declined to file charges against the Minneapolis police officer who fatally shot Amir…
Continue Reading Biden says ‘major war crimes’ being discovered in Ukraine after he announces new sanctions on Russia
By Kevin Liptak, Betsy Klein and Kaitlan Collins, CNN President Joe Biden declared “major war crimes” were being discovered in Ukraine as…
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YISD making it easier for students, teachers to access mental health resources
EL PASO, Texas – Officials at the Ysleta Independent School District announced a new partnership that would make it easier for students and staff…
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With the demand so high for recreational cannabis, how are dispensaries taking care of medical users?
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Since marijuana became legal in New Mexico on April 1, the demand has skyrocketed. While dispensaries so far still have…
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El Paso elementary school teacher says schools should play a bigger role in students’ mental health
EL PASO, Texas– An educator who has been teaching elementary students for five years in the city says spotting troubled kids is not hard, but…
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Dog rescued from smoke-filled apartment; suffered smoke inhalation
Update (5:30 p.m.) — El Paso firefighters rescued a dog from a smoke-filled apartment. The dog suffered from smoke inhalation. Firefighters arrived…
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Man charged in connection to dumpster fire in northeast El Paso
EL PASO, Texas – A 57-year-old man was arrested after investigators said he set fire to a dumpster in an alley behind the 8900 block of Roberts…
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Man charged with arson in south-central El Paso fire
EL PASO, Texas – A 33-year-old man was arrested for arson due to an early morning fire March 30 in south-central El Paso. Police say witnesses…
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El Paso Zoo welcomes baby pronghorns
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is now home to eight baby pronghorns. Zoo officials welcomed the babies, or fawns, Tuesday.…
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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants Texas version of Florida law that critics dubbed “Don’t Say Gay”
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Monday he will prioritize passing Texas legislation that mimics the recently signed Florida bill referred to as the…
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Pandemic-era free school meals to end in June without congressional action
EL PASO, Texas — Since the start of the pandemic, El Paso students have been able to eat breakfast and lunch at no cost. That’s slated to change…
Continue Reading Bodies tied up, shot and left to rot in Bucha hint at gruesome reality of Russia’s occupation in Ukraine
By Tara John, Vasco Cotovio, Sandi Sidhu and Oleksandr Fylyppov, CNN The Russian column of tanks and armored personnel carriers sped along a…
Continue Reading Biden administration extends pause on federal student loan repayments through August
By Phil Mattingly and Katie Lobosco, CNN The Biden administration is extending a pause on federal student loan repayments through August 31. The…
Continue Reading Ukraine’s Zelensky questions UN Security Council’s mandate in speech on alleged Russian atrocities
By Jennifer Deaton and Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russian troops of indiscriminately killing civilians…
Continue Reading Elon Musk to join Twitter’s board
CNN, CNNBUSINESS By Clare Duffy, CNN Business Elon Musk is set to join Twitter’s board of directors, a move that potentially boosts his…
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El Paso Fire Department warns residents of dangers during brush fire season
EL PASO, Texas — Monday’s brush fire in the Upper Valley is another reminder to remain vigilant during this season. The brush fire did not result…
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