Congressman Beto O’Rourke not ready to support US military action in Syria at this time
U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke says he still has questions in regards to whether U.S. military action should be used in Syria. Go to his Facebook page…
Continue Reading Authorities at scene of alleged hoarding case at West El Paso home
Local authorities are on the scene of what Environmental Services is calling a hoarding incident that does not involve animals. The home is on the…
Continue Reading Canutillo ISD board president arrested for alleged DWI
May 23, 2024 Editor’s Note: This article was originally published September 30, 2013. We suspect the incorrect publish date of January 13, 2015 is…
Continue Reading The connection between ‘Breaking Bad’ finale and Marty Robbins’ ‘El Paso’
Marty Robbins’ classic “El Paso” had two prominent placements during the series finale of “Breaking Bad” on Sunday…
Continue Reading Emotions run high at El Paso forum on Syria
In this border city that is home to a major military outpost, residents engaged in a heart-rending debate Tuesday evening over whether to use force…
Continue Reading Texas National Guard refuses to process same-sex benefits
he Texas National Guard is refusing to process requests for benefits submitted by same-sex couples because of the state constitution’s…
Continue Reading UTEP’s Sean Kugler on opening season with New Mexico, local RB Aaron Jones, and injured players
Sean Kugler Media Luncheon Transcript (9/2/13) In his first media briefing of the season, the Miner head coach previewed this weekend’s season…
Continue Reading Fact Check: How Dangerous Is Molly, the New ‘It’ Drug?
By ABCNews/Univision If you listen to electronic music, you’re probably familiar with molly. Molly is basically the same as ecstasy.…
Continue Reading EPISD’s new superintendent writes open letter to community
Juan E. Cabrera, the El Paso Independent School District’s new superintendent, has released the following open letter: I greet you with a…
Continue Reading El Paso doctor sentenced in W.Va. pill mill probe
A federal judge has sentenced a Texas doctor who operated a pill mill out of a makeshift clinic to more than five years in prison. The Charleston…
Continue Reading Drier air moving into Borderland
Drier air has moved in to the area. I am not putting in any rain chances for us tonight but keep a slight chance for Las Cruces. Better rain chances…
Continue Reading Mayor starts monthly biz roundtables
Mayor Oscar Leeser is meeting monthly with select groups of El Paso businesspeople in an effort to smooth the city’s relationship with the…
Continue Reading 3 Vinton councilwomen won’t run for re-election this year after lawsuit settlement
In Vinton, three councilwomen won’t be running for re-election this November. Martha Garcia, Maria Medina, and Mayor Pro-Tem Juvencia Rios…
Continue Reading ‘Real Housewife of Juarez’ left U.S. for life in Mexico
Emily Bonderer Cruz begins her day before dawn in line at the Bridge of the Americas. Her daily commute involves waiting to cross the border.…
Continue Reading Football teams offering cash prizes, free beer to get fans in the stands.
The NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars are enticing fans to go to their game this week by offering two free beers per person (21 and over). Read more…
Continue Reading Congressman Beto O’Rourke releases statement on possible government shutdown
Congressman Beto O’Rourke released the following statement on a possible government shutdown and legislation being considered: While making…
Continue Reading Small drug busts at highway checkpoint big burden for West Texas Sheriff
The Border Patrol Checkpoint on I-10 near Sierra Blanca is famous for catching celebrities and other motorists with drugs. But over the summer some…
Continue Reading Bag bans may sweep through Texas again but not in El Paso
The war on plastic bags is back. Six months afterAustin’s banon most disposable plastic and paper bags took effect at checkout counters across…
Continue Reading Man charged in 3 home invasions
El Paso Police have arrested and charged a 24-year-old man in connection with three home invasions. Police say that Filemon Mitchell Sanchez, of the…
Continue Reading Homicides, auto thefts, assaults decrease in El Paso
El Paso is seeing significant decreases in homicides, auto thefts, and assaults through the September 21, 2013 compared to this same time period in…
Continue Reading UTEP’s Sean Kugler talks about UTSA loss, playing Colorado State this weekend and more
UTEP coach Sean Kugler Media Luncheon Transcript from Sept. 23, 2013. The Miners play their first game at Colorado State since 1995 on Saturday…
Continue Reading Former UTEP football player participating in X Factor talent show
At 6-foot-0 and 285 pounds, Isaac Tauaefa looked pretty intimidating as he went after opponents while he played on the defensive line for UTEP.…
Continue Reading Dashboard cameras coming to US border agent trucks
The Homeland Security Department will test new dashboard cameras and overhaul basic training for new border guards. The policy changes being…
Continue Reading FX drama ‘The Bridge’ renewed for a second season
FX drama “The Bridge,” set in El Paso and Ciudad Juarez, will return for a second season of 13 episodes, the network announced on…
Continue Reading An epic political rematch taking shape in El Paso
Voters in El Paso’s House District 76 might soon see Round Two of a rough political battle between Democrats Norma Chvez and Naomi Gonzalez—…
Continue Reading Study: Undocumented immigration may be rising in Texas
While several other states have seen recent decreases in the number of undocumented immigrants residing within their borders, figures for Texas have…
Continue Reading New EPISD superintendent’s contract details released
El Paso Independent School District has released the contract of new superintendent Juan Cabrera. He signed a five-year contract and will make…
Continue Reading Contractors invited to seminar explaining how to qualify for City of El Paso, TxDOT projects
For small- and medium-sized companies, the list of requirement to bid on and successfully win government contracts can be daunting. The City of El…
Continue Reading Soldier dies in 2-vehicle collision in East El Paso
A two-vehicle fatal accident occurred shortly before 2 p.m. Tuesday at Global Reach and Walter Jones in East El Paso. El Paso Police investigators…
Continue Reading El Paso Sheriff’s Office release names of couple found dead in Westway home
El Paso County Sheriff’s officials have released the names of the couple found dead in their Westway home Wednesday night. They’re…
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