Complaint affidavits state EPPD Lt. John Surface for years requested sexual favors from two women subordinates; while Sgt. Adan Chavez knew about it and didn’t do anything to stop it.
Catch Fourth of July fireworks, parades in El Paso
Discover the best spots around El Paso to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, parades and other events. Stay safe and informed with local regulations and safety tips.
SISD approves budget with $22 million deficit, approves audit after overcharging taxpayers
The district plans to reduce next year’s tax rate by the amount it overtaxed and conduct an audit to figure out why the mistake was made.
Journey of Strength at Texas Tech Health El Paso Breast Care Center
For Deisy Esquivel, traveling was not an option. She needed world-class patient care here at home.
Paso Del Norte Health Foundation grants support healthy living; EPCC appoints trustee; more El Paso news
Here’s what the $2.3 million in PDN Health Foundation grants support; plus meet new EPCC District 4 Trustee Jesus Mendez, and see to which state committee Paul Foster was appointed.
5 questions to ask before becoming a caregiver for aging family
Experts in geriatric health care, aging services and financial planning gathered in El Paso to offer advice on how to prepare for caregiving for aging family members.
Canutillo ISD approves $2.75 million budget deficit, no pay raises
The district is also looking to start a public facility corporation that can issue certain kinds of bonds without voter approval to fund new administrative offices.
Farmers in El Paso area cope with hotter weather, drier days
Farmers in El Paso and southern New Mexico are forced to adapt to higher temperatures, longer heat waves and drought driven by climate change.
Read excerpt: ‘My Crazy Tía’ from Daniel Chacón’s ‘The Last Philosopher in Texas’
In “My Crazy Tía,” one of 31 short stories in Daniel Chacón’s latest book, the protagonist’s “crazy aunt” offers to show her how to time travel – and see her dead mother.
Events this week: Pride Parade, beer fest, panel on care for aging loved ones, El Paso Matters Book Club
Events abound in El Paso this week: Sun City Pride Parade, a panel on care for aging loved ones, Sun City Craft Beer Fest, El Paso Matters Book Club meetup, more.
EPISD approves $18.5 million budget deficit, no employee pay raises
Trustees approved a compensation plan that would give employees a $1,000 stipend – if the district can raise the funds.
Have Mexico’s environmental policies weakened under the Morena party?
On June 2, 2024, Mexico elected Claudia Sheinbaum, an environmental scientist, as president under the Morena party.
Five abortions a month: How Dobbs changed Texas
Before Roe v. Wade was overturned two years ago, the monthly average was around 4,400.
U.S. Supreme Court blocks the state’s Rio Grande water deal with New Mexico
Water law experts say the Supreme Court’s recent decision will set a precedent for the federal government to intervene in water conflicts between states moving forward.
Ruidoso fire evacuees returned home starting Monday. Here’s how you can help the village recover.
Only full-time residents of the Village of Ruidoso will be allowed back in on Monday while access to most of the area remains off limits to visitors.
Northeast El Paso $80M amphitheater hinges on lifetime, high-income investors, closing city deal
Venu, the company looking to build the amphitheater, first needs to secure high-income investors, memberships and $31 million in city incentives. Other cities have hit hurdles with the company.
El Paso appoints public health director who had controversial exit from previous position
After more than two years without a permanent public health director, the city of El Paso has appointed Dr. Veerinder Taneja, the former Tarrant County public health director with a contentious past.
News roundup: Ruidoso fires devastate, UTEP hires new aerospace leader, Biden sets ‘parole in place’ policy
Learn more about the toll of the Ruidoso fires, the new executive director of UTEP’s Aerospace Center, and President Biden’s new policy for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens
‘Now I have a voice’: Franklin High School grad works to create LGBTQ youth support groups
The young activist is looking to create a nonprofit to help LGBTQ youth who have experienced harassment or discrimination.
Opinion: Uplifting Sun Bowl Stadium means uplifting El Paso’s economy
UTEP recently announced its proposal to add a $99 million renovation of the Sun Bowl to a county bond that will come before El Paso’s voters in November.
Opinion: 20 years of advocacy and support by The Frontera Land Alliance
Events this summer will celebrate a key anniversary for an El Paso conservation group
Review: ‘Last Philosopher in Texas’ invites readers into author’s world of possibility
From Page 1 to the very end, we get the unlikely convergence of people, relationships and realities that have become Daniel Chacón’s trademark.
Ruidoso wildfires: How to help and 7 other things to know
Two wildfires in Ruidoso, New Mexico, known as the South Fork and Salt fires, are displacing residents and burning down homes. One death and a few injuries have been reported.
Discover El Paso’s cultural highlights this week: Viva! El Paso, history exhibits, more
Explore El Paso’s vibrant culture this week with Viva! El Paso, the History Museum’s Franklin Heights exhibit, EPCC Theater’s comedy “Beyond Therapy” and the Sun City Pridefest concert.
El Paso Children’s Multispecialty Center provides efficient and comprehensive pediatric care
El Paso Children’s Multispecialty Center brings over 30 specialists under one roof, simplifying care for El Paso children and families.
More migrants in Juárez shelters, on streets after Biden’s asylum restrictions
Two weeks after President Biden signs executive order restricting asylum, migrant shelters in Ciudad Juárez are starting to fill up and other migrants are sleeping on the streets while they decide their next steps.
See how El Paso area students performed on Texas standardized tests
Our nine charts track El Paso area trends on state STAAR tests.
White House canceled ‘party’ for NSF grant in El Paso amid UTEP concerns
The cancelation came before the National Science Foundation suspended the defense and aerospace-related grant, according to emails.
High school graduates on path to be Borderplex region’s next generation of physicians
El Pasoans announce $100,000 gift to help future health care heroes in Texas Tech Health El Paso’s and UTEP’s joint MedFuture program
Judge promises ruling soon on Paxton efforts to close Annunciation House
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Gov. Greg Abbott have increasingly criticized Annunciation House and other Catholic organizations for providing services to migrants on the border.
Watch Live: Hearing on Texas AG Paxton vs Annunciation House
Here’s a recap of the events and court actions leading up to Monday’s hearing and where to watch it live.