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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Texas porn age verification law upheld by Supreme Court
Originally Published: 27 JUN 25 11:55 ET By John Fritze, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court on Friday upheld a Texas law that requires age verification…
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DPS encourages Texans to download iWatchTexas app to report harassment by foreign terrorists
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas DPS is urging all Texans to download the iWatchTexas mobile app. The app aims to “protect the public from potential…
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Canutillo ISD adopts balanced budget after expense cuts and state funding boost
by Claudia Lorena Silva June 25, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. The Canutillo…
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Texas establishes New World Screwworm Response Team
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott is ordering the establishment of a new Texas New World Screwworm Response Team. Abbott is…
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Texas deploys resources to New Mexico to help with wildfires, flash flooding
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed more emergency management resources to New Mexico. The crews will help in wildfire and…
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ABC-7 at 4: Miss Texas discusses her experience representing the Lone Star State and, Miss Texas Week
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)—The countdown is on. In just a few days, Miss Texas will be crowned. Miss Texas 2024 Annette Addo-Yobo explains how she has…
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Gov. Abbott signs bill prohibiting students from using cell phones in Texas schools
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1481, which requires public schools in Texas to adopt policies prohibiting…
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Texas directs public universities to identify undocumented students
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune June 23, 2025 “Texas directs public universities to identify undocumented students” was first published by The Texas…
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2 Texas Tech officers shot, suspect killed: Reports
LUBBOCK, Texas (KVIA) — WFAA is reporting that two Texas Tech University police officers were shot on the main campus in Lubbock. The suspect was…
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Most popular diamond shapes in Texas
VRAI compiled a list of the most popular diamond shapes in…
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Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban, calls for regulation instead
By Kayla Guo, The Texas Tribune June 22, 2025 “Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban, calls for regulation instead” was first published by The Texas…
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Gov. Greg Abbott orders special legislative session after vetoing 26 bills
By Hayden Betts, The Texas Tribune June 23, 2025 “Gov. Greg Abbott orders special legislative session after vetoing 26 bills” was first published by…
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Judge grants injunction halting Paxton’s new reporting rules for Texas prosecutors
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A Travis County judge just granted a temporary injunction halting Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s new reporting rules…
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Texas Legislature approves $8.5 billion boost for public schools after years of stagnant funding
By Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune May 29, 2025 “Texas Legislature approves $8.5 billion boost for public schools after years of stagnant funding”…
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Canutillo ISD names interim superintendent
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — The Canutillo Independent School District Board of Trustees has selected an interim superintendent. The board chose Jesica…
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Texas students make gains in reading but struggle with math, STAAR scores show
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune, Graphics by Edison Wu, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2025 “Texas students make gains in reading but struggle with math,…
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With only 8% built, Texas quietly defunds state border wall program
By Zach Despart and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune, Graphics by Yuriko Schumacher, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2025 “With only 8% built, Texas…
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Highest-rated Class of 2026 men's basketball recruits from Texas
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated Class of 2026 basketball recruits from Texas using data from…
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El Paso doesn’t appear to be among cities getting Texas National Guard troops for planned immigration protests
by Texas Tribune June 11, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. By Jessica Shuran Yu and…
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With Rick Perry’s backing and $50 million from the state, Texas set to become a leader in psychedelics research
By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune June 11, 2025 “With Rick Perry’s backing and $50 million from the state, Texas set to become a leader in…
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Lt. Governor Dan Patrick visits El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Lieutenant Governor of Texas Dan Patrick visited El Paso to talk about the recent Texas state legislature. Patrick…
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El Paso County Commissioners vote to discontinue transit services in Socorro
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County Commissioners have voted to end transit service within Socorro, on the recommendation of the El Paso…
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Texas legalizes shooting invasive sheep from a helicopter for sport
By Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune June 9, 2025 “Texas legalizes shooting invasive sheep from a helicopter for sport” was first published by The Texas…
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Trump DOJ and Texas settle to block use of law giving undocumented immigrants in-state tuition rates
By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — The Justice Department and the state of Texas settled a lawsuit Wednesday, blocking the state from offering…
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Paul Foster named chair of Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Governor Greg Abbott appointed billionaire El Pasoan Paul Foster as chair of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission. Foster…
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