Judge orders some Texas public schools to remove Ten Commandment displays
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KVIA) — In response to a lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Texas, Judge Orlando L. Garcia issued a preliminary injunction today…
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3-judge panel that held hearings in El Paso rules that Texas cannot use new congressional district map; Paxton appealing
Update (1:50 PM): El Paso’s Congresswoman Veronica Escobar sent the following statement addressing the panel’s decision: “Today, the court made the…
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Eastwood High student wins ‘I Voted’ Sticker Design Contest
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In 2026, voters will be receiving a new version of the “I Voted” sticker designed by Eastwood High School 10th grader…
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Texas lawmakers will hold first hearing Thursday to review college campus speech after Charlie Kirk killing
by Jessica Priest, The Texas TribuneNovember 12, 2025 Texas lawmakers on Thursday will hold their first hearing to review speech on public…
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State Rep. Joe Moody running for reelection in 2026
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas State Representative Joe Moody has filed to run for reelection. Moody, a Democrat, represents House District 78, which…
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New Mexico to spend $20 million a week in state money to supplement SNAP benefits
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — Today New Mexico Acting Governor Howie Morales signed House Bill 1, which provides New Mexican SNAP recipients with…
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Dan Patrick pledges $1 million in campaign funds to install Turning Point USA at every Texas college and high school
by Alejandro Serrano, The Texas TribuneNovember 7, 2025 Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday he is committing $1 million from his campaign coffers to put…
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New Mexico lawmakers called back to Santa Fe for Special Session
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has called the state legislature to a second Special Session this year. Starting…
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State Rep. Mary E. González announces run for re-election
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Democratic State Representative Mary E. González is running for re-election to House District 75. In an announcement today,…
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Live Results: 2025 November Uniform & Special Election
Update (November 5, 2025): A spokesperson for the Gadsden Independent School District says voters approved the $75 million General Obligation Bond…
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California voters projected to pass redistricting measure
See Prop. 50 vote counts and learn what the ballot measure will change. By Halle Troadec November 4, 2025, 9:00 PM Voters in California have approved…
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Gov. Abbott threatens tariff on NYC residents moving to Texas, calls for moment of silence as Mamdani wins race for mayor
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott says that he will impose a 100% tariff on anyone moving from New York City to Texas. The…
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Bail Reform on the Ballot: El Paso DA weighs in on Proposition 3
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As many El Pasoans head to the polls to cast their votes, one key item on the ballot is Proposition 3 (SJR 5): Bail Reform.…
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This November you could vote to lower your property taxes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– It’s early voting time, Propositions 11 and 13 would increase homestead exemptions, from $100,000 to $140,000 for the…
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El Paso woman living with Parkinson’s supports Proposition 14
An El Paso woman diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s is using her personal journey to raise awareness about a statewide health initiative.…
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Texas voters to decide on parental control on November 4th
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There are 17 constitutional amendments on the ballot for this upcoming election on November 4th. Among them is State…
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Early voting draws in small percentage of El Pasoans
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–Early voting comes to an end on Oct. 31 as 17 state propositions, whether Socorro and Tornillo ISD can increase tax rates…
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Governor Abbott hosted Get Out The Vote event in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today, Texas Governor Greg Abbott hosted a Get Out The Vote event in El Paso. He discussed several propositions set to…
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NM Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver running in Lieutenant Governor Democratic primary
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is running for the Democratic Party of New Mexico’s nomination…
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Early voting for Texas’ 17 statewide propositions is under way. Here’s what voters need to know.Â
by MarÃa Méndez, The Texas TribuneSeptember 22, 2025 Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed…
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Early voting begins on Monday for El Paso County for the November 2025 Uniform and Special Election. This ballot will mainly feature 17 Texas…
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Early voting for November 2025 Uniform and Special Election starts Monday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Early voting for the El Paso County November 2025 Uniform and Special Election starts on Monday, October 20, 2025. Early…
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Voter Guide: SISD, Tornillo ISD tax rates, state propositions on Nov. 4, 2025, election ballot
by El Paso Matters Staff, El Paso MattersOctober 5, 2025 On Tuesday, Nov. 4, El Paso County voters will cast their ballots in the uniform election…
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Democrat Gina Hinojosa launches campaign for governor in Texas
By Arlette Saenz, CNN (CNN) — Texas state Rep. Gina Hinojosa, a Democrat and South Texas native, is launching a run for Texas governor,…
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New Mexico State Senator Nicholas Paul resigns citing health concerns
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexico State Senator Nicholas Paul announced his resignation today. Paul represents District 33, which covers…
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar forgoes pay for duration of government shutdown
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, who represents part of El Paso, sent a letter to the U.S. House of Representative’s chief…
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Senator Heinrich visits Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich hosted three events in Las Cruces today. Heinrich visited Mayfield Student Health…
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Rep. Gabe Vasquez launches re-election bid
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez is launching a bid for re-election. Vasquez, who represents New Mexico’s 2nd…
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Texas Rep. James Talarico launches Democratic bid for U.S. Senate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Democratic Texas State Representative James Talarico has just announced he’s running for the U.S. Senate. Rep. Talarico made…
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New Mexico to become first state in the nation to guarantee no-cost universal child care
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — Starting November 1, 2025, New Mexico will become the first state in the nation to guarantee no-cost universal child…
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