El Paso
LATEST NEWS
UTEP’s Cade McConnell hosts youth football skills camp in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – UTEP’s Cade McConnell, hosted a youth skills football camp in El Paso on Saturday to give back to a community that’s supported him throughout his time in the borderland. McConnell brought along current Miners as well as former players to help spread his message within the youth. The quarterbacks goal […]
Texas Insurance Rates Spike After Beryl: Will You Be Affected?
The after-effects of Hurricane Beryl are not all physical, as Texan wallets may be impacted in addition to their homes. According to points made in a recent meeting from the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) on July 15th, it's anticipated that half of the catastrophe reserve funds will be spent in damage payouts following Hurricane Beryl's devastation along the Texas coast.
3 out of 9 human cases of West Nile virus in Texas have more severe form of the disease
Three of the nine reported human cases of West Nile virus have had the more severe form of the disease, also known as West Nile neuroinvasive disease, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
EPFD: Crews knock down house fire in Sunset Heights
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso Fire crews were able to quickly knock down a house fire in the Sunset Heights neighborhood on Sunday night, July 28, the department said via its X social media account. The fire was at Upson Drive and Fewel Street and was initially called a Condition 2, meaning smoke […]
Construction plans underway to revive Wyler Aerial Tramway, according to officials
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Plans to bring back the Wyler Aerial Tramway are in place, and the first phase of reconstruction is now getting underway. The El Paso Community Foundation announced Sunday afternoon in a news release that they, in collaboration with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority, are The post Construction plans underway to revive Wyler Aerial Tramway, according to officials appeared first on KVIA.
El Paso lightweight boxer Stephanie Han wins WBA Intercontinental title by unanimous decision
In the biggest test of her professional boxing career, El Paso lightweight Stephanie Han came up with her grittiest performance. With a partisan crowd cheering her on late Saturday night at the El Paso County Coliseum and with a cut over her right eye that she suffered in the opening round, Han...
Chihuahuas handed nine straight losses leaving five runs unanswered against Salt Lake
SALT LAKE, Utah – The El Paso Chihuahuas led 3-1 in the fifth inning Saturday at Smith’s Ballpark but lost to the Salt Lake Bees 11-6. It was the ninth straight win for Salt Lake and the ninth straight loss for El Paso. El Paso starter Jared Kollar made his Triple-A debut and allowed three […]
Mercado’s mistake in 9th leads to Chihuahuas 4-3 loss to Bees
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Chihuahuas were on the brink of snapping its seven-game losing streak, but things did not end up playing out that way on Friday night at Smith’s Ballpark. El Paso had a 3-2 lead over the Salt Lake Bees in the bottom of the ninth inning with two […]
State Of Texas Lands At Number Two In Nation For Reckless Driving
We've all seen bad driving in the state of Texas right?. It caused all of us to probably say a few choice words and wonder if the person is even paying attention while on the roadway. We mean, who forgets to drive in between the lines painted on the the pavement? Simply put, it's very frustrating.
Is It Legal To Shoot A Trespasser In Texas? What You Need To Know
Here in Texas, protecting your home and property is taken seriously, but it's not as simple as "shoot first, ask questions later" when someone trespasses. The laws about the use of force or deadly force against trespassers are specific and it's good information to know. In this day and age, you've got to be ready for anything.
Backpack giveaway for Tornillo ISD families
TORNILLO, Texas (KVIA) -- Tornillo residents in need of a new backpack this school year are getting a break with Senator César J. Blanco's 10th Annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway Saturday in Tornillo. The event aims students at Tornillo Independent School District with backpacks to support them in the upcoming school year. "With many families still struggling with rising The post Backpack giveaway for Tornillo ISD families appeared first on KVIA.
ABC-7 First Alert: Poor air quality continues in the Borderland and rain chances linger
We are under an ABC-7 First Alert because of the poor air quality in the Borderland. It will remain in effect until 9 PM this evening. Likewise, the Air Quality Alert issued by the NWS will go back into effect tomorrow morning. For those with asthma or allergies, wear a mask and have that inhaler on hand because these conditions can cause flare-ups.
‘El Mayo’ attorney: Client kidnapped, brought to U.S. against his will
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The attorney for alleged Sinaloa drug cartel co-founder Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada said his client did not enter the country voluntarily and was kidnapped by a rival, according to a statement from his attorney which was sent to KTSM on Sunday morning, July 28. Zambada, along with the reported son […]
GALLERY: KFOX14/CBS4 Back-to-School Expo at Bassett Place Mall
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — With the new school year practically here, KFOX14 and CBS4 held their annual Back-to-School Expo. On Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Back-to-School Expo brought El Paso families to Bassett Place Mall. Among the fun and prizes, there was live music courtesy...
El Paso fire chief drives major changes: Enhancements and innovations for a safer community.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Since 2022, Johnathan Killings has served as the El Paso Fire Chief, bringing over 27 years of experience to the role. This week's Sunday Funday moment is brought to you by Sarah Farms. His journey began at 19 when he applied to the El Paso...
Gadsden ISD installing ‘advanced water filtration systems’ for new school year
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Gadsden Independent School District (GISD) is installing “advanced water filtration systems” at some of their southern campuses ahead of instruction beginning next week. According to GISD, they have already had the systems installed at three of their campuses: By Wednesday, July 31 GISD expects to have the systems installed at […]
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.