Court rejects DOJ bid to transfer Texas immigration lawsuit because of alleged ‘judge shopping’
Originally Published: 10 MAR 23 17:42 ETBy Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge on Friday rejected a Justice Department…
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Texas legislatures introduce House Bill focusing on youth mental health
A House Bill was introduced to the Texas House of Representatives this week focusing on youth mental health. House Bill 4200 will require school…
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Catalytic converter thefts continue to be on the rise in El Paso, new legislation aims to curb it
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise across the nation, including here in El Paso. According to data ABC-7 obtained…
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U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales defiant as he faces censure for breaking with Republican Party
By Patrick Svitek, The Texas TribuneMarch 2, 2023 “U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales defiant as he faces censure for breaking with Republican Party” was first…
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Gov. Abbott holds roundtable to discuss border security
WESLACO, Texas (KVIA) — A roundtable on Texas’s ongoing border security efforts was held by Governor Greg Abbott along with other state officials…
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Gun safety instructor reacts to bystander stopping Cielo Vista shooter
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans are reacting to new details Friday of an armed bystander stopping the 16-year-old who shot and killed 17-year-old…
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Texas Attorney General Paxton agrees to $3.3 million settlement with whistleblowers who accused him of abuse of office and bribery
Originally Published: 10 FEB 23 15:15 ETUpdated: 10 FEB 23 15:25 ETBy Ashley Killough and Ed Lavandera, CNN (CNN) — Texas…
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What to expect as the 88th Texas State Legislature begins
UPDATE: Representative Dade Phelan was elected House Speaker. EL PASO, Texas — The 88th Texas State Legislature began at 12 p.m. CST Tuesday and…
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Border Network for Human Rights holds march for migrants Saturday morning
EL PASO, Texas– Ahead of President Biden’s visit to El Paso Sunday, the Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR) holds a press conference and a…
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New shelters to open soon in two vacant EPISD schools amid El Paso’s disaster declaration
EL PASO, Texas — El Pasoans can expect to see two new shelters open soon according to Deputy City Manager Mario D’Agostino. The City is inspecting…
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Texas Military Department deployed to El Paso Christmas Day to construct concertina barrier near U.S.-Mexico border
EL PASO, Texas — Texas Military Department service members deployed to El Paso Sunday morning and put up a triple-strand concertina barrier near the…
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El Paso awaits runoff election results after low voter turnout during early voting period
EL PASO, Texas — Runoff Election Day is Saturday where candidates are vying for City Council seats in Districts 1, 6 and 8. A total of 6,337 voters…
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House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy calls for DHS secretary’s resignation during visit to El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and Texas District 23 Representative Tony Gonzales toured the U.S. – Mexico border in El Paso…
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Texas gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke loses race to Governor Greg Abbott, ends election day in El Paso
UPDATE: Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) wins re-election, projects ABC News. EL PASO, Texas — Democratic candidate for Governor of Texas Beto…
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Last day of early voting in Texas, New Mexico early voting ends Saturday
EL PASO, Texas — Friday is the last day for early voting in Texas. Polls can be cast at early voting locations around El Paso until 7 p.m. Friday,…
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Texas gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke makes campaign stop at UTEP
EL PASO, Texas — Democratic candidate for governor of Texas, Beto O’Rourke, stopped in his hometown on Thursday. O’Rourke visited a polling location…
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Canutillo ISD proposes bond to invest in school safety & security, expansion and school upgrades
CANUTILLO, Texas — Residents that live within the Canutillo Independent School District will have the option to vote for the ‘Every Child, Every…
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City of El Paso unanimously votes to ask staff to create plan to address weeds on homes owned by elderly, disabled
EDITOR’S NOTE: The original version of this story incorrectly stated that the City Council voted to impose a moratorium for weeds citations for the…
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Early Voting begins for 2022 November 8 election
EL PASO, Texas — Early voting for the 2022 November 8 election in Texas starts Monday and will continue through November 4. For more information on…
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The Texas voter registration deadline is Today; Here’s how you can register to vote
EL PASO, Texas — Today is the last day to register to vote in Texas. It’s important for you to register by today if you are planning to vote in the…
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El Paso holds watch parties throughout the city for the Texas governor race
EL PASO, Texas — The first and possibly only in-person debate for the Texas governor race was held Friday night, and watch parties were held…
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Gov. Abbott and O’Rourke to face off in televised debate
EL PASO, Texas — Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) and his Democratic opponent Beto O’Rourke will face off in a televised debate Friday at 6 p.m.…
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Texas Attorney General allegedly ran from person serving subpoena on abortion civil lawsuit, court record says
A Texas Judge ruled that State Attorney General Ken Paxton does not have to appear at a hearing related to an abortion access lawsuit. It comes after…
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Governor’s executive order designates Mexican cartels as terrorist organization
EL PASO, Texas – A new executive order issued by Texas Governor Greg Abbott designates Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations. Gov. Abbott also…
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Texas sheriff opens criminal investigation into Martha’s Vineyard migrant trips
Bexar County, Texas Sheriff Javier Salazar says his agency will investigate the transportation of 48 Venezuelan migrants from Texas to Martha’s…
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Beto O’Rourke on Jimmy Kimmel, talks about Governor Abbott Busing Migrants; Abbott tweets to Biden Administration
LOS ANGELES, California — Gubernatorial Candidate Beto O’Roruke stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! last night to talk about the issues Texas is…
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Gov. Abbott highlights economic strength in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — Texas Governor Greg Abbott visited El Paso Thursday to highlight economic strength in the area. The governor announced 12 new…
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Gov. Abbott to hold roundtable discussion in El Paso highlighting economic strength in the area
EL PASO, Texas — Texas Governor Greg Abbott will hold a roundtable discussion in El Paso Thursday highlighting economic strength. Abbott, along with…
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LAREDO, Texas — Texas Governor Greg Abbott is set to speak on what is being done across the state to expand access to high-speed and reliable…
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Biden administration takes step to preserve DACA program
The Biden administration on Wednesday took another step to try to preserve the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which…
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