Biggest pay raises in 15 years are on tap for 2023
The biggest pay raises in 15 years are on tap for next year, but experts say those raises will not make up for inflation. That’s according to…
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Blue whales end up as ‘ocean’s roadkill’ in the crowded waters of Patagonia
Beneath the skin, they find evidence of internal bleeding and a bruise at the base of the blue whale’s heart. Its death was likely a result of blunt…
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CNN’s Scott McLean reports from Vinnytsia, Ukraine, where civilians are caught in the middle of Russian missile attacks, wounding many severely and…
Continue ReadingManchin torpedoes Democrats’ hopes for passing sweeping climate action and tax hikes
CNN By Ella Nilsen and Manu Raju, CNN Sen. Joe Manchin on Thursday dealt a devastating blow to Democrats’ hopes for sweeping legislative action…
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ABC-7 StormTRACK Weather: Hot and dry weekend
Good morning all. We finally made it to Friday…yayyyy! Forecast models show much drier conditions than before, so expect a dry weekend. By dry, I…
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988 set to launch as new national mental health crisis hotline
EL PASO, Texas — Mental health resources have always been a phone call away, but now it will get even easier to speak with a mental health…
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House to vote on bills to protect access to abortion after Roe v. Wade overturned
CNN By Clare Foran, CNN The Democrat-led House of Representatives is expected to vote on Friday to pass a pair of bills aimed at protecting access to…
Continue ReadingRussia’s war in Ukraine
Vinnytsia, a central Ukrainian town far from the front lines, was struck by three Russian missiles. The attack left over 20 civilians dead, including…
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The El Paso Locomotive are setting the standard for the future of the USL in more ways than one
EL PASO, Texas — For the past several years, we’ve seen a rise in women coaches in male-dominated sports, but there are still major strides to be…
Continue ReadingThe fall of the prominent Murdaugh family: A timeline of deaths, alleged embezzlement and an insurance scam
Disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh has been indicted for the 2021 murders of his wife and son by a Colleton County grand jury. CNN’s…
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Water main break still affecting neighborhoods in west El Paso
EL PASO, Texas – Many residents are still without water Thursday evening after a water main line broke near Ojo De Agua Drive and Via Descanso Ave in…
Continue Reading Biden faces a crucial day of closely watched meetings in the West Bank and Saudi Arabia
CNN By Kate Sullivan and Betsy Klein, CNN President Joe Biden on Friday will travel to the West Bank and meet with President Mahmoud Abbas of the…
Continue Reading ABC-7 Financial Contributor Brian Mirau: Don’t wait to plan for your retirement.
EL PASO, TX – Rising costs and keeping up with your current financial obligations – like raising kids and paying for college – means some…
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World Hepatitis Day is July 28th – what you need to know about hepatitis
EL PASO, Texas – World Hepatitis Day is July 28th. It’s the day to raise awareness of the global burden of viral hepatitis and to influence real…
Continue ReadingChina extends property loans at the fastest pace in three years as mortgage crisis spreads
CNN By Laura He, CNN Business China’s banking regulator has pledged to boost lending to help developers finish stalled property projects and…
Continue Reading ‘Gangnam Style’ at 10: How Psy’s smash hit sent Korean culture global
A decade after it first dominated the charts, South Korean musician Psy talks about the lasting significance of his viral hit, “Gangnam Style” and…
Continue Reading Fabens teacher earns $5,000 grant to combat hunger in her community
FABENS — A Pre-K teacher’s efforts to provide meals for her young students is getting a major financial boost. The Albertsons foundation’s…
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Texas sues health secretary over emergency abortion guidance
By AMY FORLITI and GEOFF MULVIHILL Associated Press The state of Texas sued the federal government Thursday after the Biden administration said…
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StormTrack Weather: Closing out the week with limited storm chances
Another hot day in the borderland with highs in the upper 90’s to 100. Storm chances will be limited through the…
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Judge drops murder charges against former Las Cruces police officer
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Second-degree murder charges against former Las Cruces police officer Christopher Smelser were dropped Thursday morning.…
Continue ReadingA woman was worried about her mother as heavy rain and floods hit parts of Virginia. A Facebook post helped find her
Buchanan County, Virginia officials have located all missing persons after a torrential downpour sent homes flying off of foundations, and landslides…
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El Paso water main break repair ongoing
UPDATE: El Paso Water said they are making progress on site, but the water outage will continue for several more hours. Progress is being made…
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Gas prices drop in Texas and New Mexico
EL PASO, Texas — Both Texas and New Mexico are seeing a dip in gas prices this week. In Texas, the statewide average price of a gallon of unleaded…
Continue ReadingVenezuela lashes out at Bolton’s coup claim
CNN’s Jake Tapper and former National Security Adviser to Trump, John Bolton, disagree on the idea that the former president was capable of planning…
Continue ReadingIvana Trump, an ex-wife of former President Trump, dies at 73
CNN By Kate Bennett, CNN Ivana Trump, an ex-wife of Donald Trump, has died in her home in New York City, the former President posted on Truth Social.…
Continue ReadingIn a new trailer for Amazon’s ‘Lord of the Rings’ series, Galadriel is the hero
“The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” trailer shows off Amazon Prime’s $465 million dollar series that will stream on its platform this…
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WATCH: Gov. Abbott urges parents to educate children about fentanyl, speaks on Uvalde
HOUSTON, Texas — Texas Governor Greg Abbott is touring Houston’s Department of Public Safety Crime Lab. Gov. Abbott and held a news conference on…
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Quest Diagnostics begins monkeypox testing
SECAUSUS, New Jersey — Quest Diagnostics began testing for monkeypox nationwide, except in New York, Thursday after developing a PCR test to detect…
Continue ReadingProminent conservatives issue report rebutting Trump election claims
CNN By Brian Rokus and Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN A group of conservatives, including prominent lawyers and retired federal judges, issued a 72-page…
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Texas Democratic Party Chairman withdraws endorsement for Mayor Leeser
UPDATE: El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser made a statement in response to Texas Democratic Party Chairman Gilberto Hinojosa. “The Office of the Mayor is a…
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