College admissions scam’s test-taking ace sentenced, former USC coach found guilty
By Jason Hanna and Ray Sanchez, CNN A key figure in the sprawling college admissions scam was sentenced to four months in prison Friday — the…
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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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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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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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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 ReadingBiden 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 ReadingBooks about LGBTQ and Black people were among the most challenged books in 2021
By Nicole Chavez, CNN Books that tell the stories of Black and LGBTQ people or by authors in those communities were among the 10 most challenged…
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Welding competition brings out high school students
EL PASO, Texas — Sun City Welding Academy hosted its first-ever welding competition today for high school students. Northern Tools, Area Iron,…
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Demolition begins at Las Cruces school shut down due to mold
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Demolition began Tuesday at Columbia Elementary in Las Cruces. The school on Elks drive is being leveled to make way for a…
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Gov. Abbott, TEA announce funding adjustment to sustain in-person learning
AUSTIN, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency announced changes to certain attendance reporting periods for school systems in…
Continue ReadingMIT will once again require applicants to take the SAT or ACT, bucking anti-test movement
By Eric Levenson, CNN The Massachusetts Institute of Technology announced it will once again require applicants to take the SAT or ACT, reversing a…
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Western Tech celebrates first nursing graduating class
EL PASO, Texas – Western Tech’s Nursing Class of 2022 walked across the stage today and received their diplomas. The 18 graduates at today’s ceremony…
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Free childcare, early childhood education fair, forum to be held for El Paso parents
EL PASO, Texas — Finding reliable and affordable childcare is an issue still impacting working parents, but several organizations and community…
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Special games invite a younger audience
EL PASO, Texas — Burges High school hosted Special Olympic games today, this time for 3, 4, and 5-year-olds. This event hosted special needs…
Continue ReadingWhat the children’s books Ted Cruz referenced at Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation hearing really say
By Harmeet Kaur, CNN Ted Cruz thrust several books into the spotlight after his puzzling line of questioning at Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme…
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Buzz surrounding El Paso 8th grader heading to Scripps National Spelling Bee
EL PASO, Texas — Topgallant, that’s the word that crowned Marium Zahra the El Paso Regional Spelling Bee Champion back earlier this month. She’s…
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STAAR testing starts next month: Here’s what you need to know
EL PASO, Texas — STAAR testing is set to begin the first week of April throughout El Paso. Last year the STAAR test was administered to students…
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ABC-7 anchors Adrian Ochoa and Saul Saenz sent to the principal’s office
EL PASO, Texas — Two ABC-7 journalists moved out of the newsroom and into the classroom, taking over two high schools as principals for the day.…
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Anthony teacher addresses vulnerability, life skills through new school program
ANTHONY, Texas — Middle school can be tough especially after the pandemic. Learning how to express your emotions has become a difficult issue for…
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Over $95,000 in scholarships available to El Paso students
EL PASO, Texas – Students in the El Paso region are encouraged to apply for scholarships that have been made available through the Paso del Norte…
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Las Cruces Public Schools changes calendar for upcoming school year to include 10 additional days of learning
UPDATE: The Las Cruces Public Schools Board voted Tuesday night to change its academic calendar for the upcoming school year. The new school year…
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Socorro ISD makes it official: Nate Carman appointed new Superintendent
EL PASO, Texas – The Socorro ISD Board of Trustees voted to approve Nate Carman as the district’s next superintendent. “I am truly humbled and…
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Clint ISD teachers to receive up to $12K in bonuses thanks to $16 million grant
EL PASO, Texas – A non-profit in partnership with Clint ISD was awarded a $16 million dollar grant over a three-year period to help compensate…
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Emilio Delgado, ‘Sesame Street’s’ Luis for more than 40 years, has died
By Brian Lowry, CNN Emilio Delgado, who spent more than 40 years entertaining generations of children playing the Fix-It Shop owner Luis on…
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More UTEP students eligible to have their entire tuition covered with Paydirt Promise
EL PASO, Texas – UTEP officials have announced eligibility requirements for its expanded Paydirt Promise Program which helps students cover their…
Continue ReadingDisney CEO says he will meet with Ron DeSantis to oppose ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill
By Frank Pallotta, CNN Business Bob Chapek, Disney’s CEO, was criticized Monday for speaking out about — but not directly condemning —…
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UTEP warns campus to be on alert for potential Russian cyberattacks
El PASO, Texas– The University of Texas at El Paso has raised alerts about emails with suspicious links and pictures of the war that could be used…
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Former Del Valle High School coach arrested for improper relationship with student
EL PASO, Texas – A former Del Valle High School coach was arrested for having an improper relationship with a student between June 2018 and…
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Las Cruces Public Schools to discuss making changes to academic calendar
EL PASO, Texas — Some big changes could be coming to Las Cruces Public Schools that could impact your summer. The district is considering changing…
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Milam Elementary School welcomes new principal
EL PASO, Texas – The El Paso Independent School District announced Devin Roush as the new leader for Milam Elementary school students, teachers and…
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