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Unsafe food storage, unhygienic practices among latest restaurant health violations
El Paso health inspectors cited two restaurants for over 30 health violations from June 17-21. The violations ranged from a mold-like substance found inside the ice machine and chicken left out at room temperature, risking bacterial growth, to hand sinks obstructed with extension cords and wires, impeding proper hand washing.
Fernando Vargas Jr. scores first-round stoppage win over Juan Carlos Cordones
Fernando Vargas, Jr., along with his younger siblings, have absorbed as much information from their famous father in the gym. It has translated to with impressive performances, especially as of late. Vargas, Jr. dropped Juan Carlos Cordones twice en route to a first-round knockout win late Friday night at the...
Small businesses could find filing for bankruptcy more difficult as government program expires
NEW YORK (AP) — A type of bankruptcy protection filing that made it easier for small businesses to seek relief has expired, which will complicate filing for small businesses with more than $3 million in debt. The filing type, known as Subchapter V, is cheaper and less time-consuming than the traditional Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. The rule went into effect and let small businesses with less than $2.75 million in debt file under the subchapter. That debt limit was extended to $7.5 million in March 2020. A bill to make the debt limit permanent failed, so the debt threshold reverted to $3 million on June 21 of this year.
Liver on a Prayer: An El Paso woman’s desperate search to find a liver donor
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- It's a race against time for one El Paso family. The Augustain-Lopez family is urgently searching for a liver organ donor. The family matriarch is fighting several diseases that are contributing to the deterioration of her liver and overall health. In the 1990s, Irene Augustain-Lopez was diagnosed with non-alcoholic fatty The post Liver on a Prayer: An El Paso woman’s desperate search to find a liver donor appeared first on KVIA.
Americas Basketball Alum Jordan Hernandez Joins UTEP Basketball Team as Walk On
Junior guard Jordan Hernandez, an Americas high school graduate and Cochise College transfer, is the newest walk-on for the UTEP men's basketball squad, coach Joe Golding announced. Hernandez averaged 10.8 points across 30 games played during his sophomore season at Cochise. He also averaged 5.4 assists and 2.3 steals per...
Tuesday 9-hour forecast: Mostly clear during the day then chance of thunderstorms
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Happy Tuesday! We’re forecasting triple digits later in the day with mostly clear skies. We’ll start the morning warm with winds ranging from 5 to 10 mph southeast then southwest by noon. Light variable winds will linger but expect partly cloudy skies with showers and thunderstorms around 6 p.m. with […]
El Paso women, San Antonio man sentenced to federal prison in deadly fentanyl cases
Two El Paso women and a San Antonio man were sentenced to federal prison in unrelated cases where the people they sold fentanyl to overdosed on the deadly opioid drug, authorities said. Kathy Lee Nicole Bradford, 32, was sentenced to 14 years in prison, while Patricia Tafoya, 40, received a year and nine...
Another El Paso First: UMC Introduces Use of Da Vinci 5 Robot With Artificial Intelligence Features, 3D Imaging, For Soft Tissue Surgeries
EL PASO, Texas – University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) is the only hospital in El Paso to implement the use of an advanced multiport robotic surgical system called Da Vinci 5, by Intuitive. This new robotic system introduces “force feedback technology,” which allows surgeons to feel subtle...
Grand Opening of OXO in Downtown El Paso
Details: Join us for the grand opening of OXO, a new establishment in Downtown El Paso, owned by the Polar family. Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico, the Polars have brought their passion for authentic flavors and community spirit to El Paso. The name OXO, meaning “path” in the Nahuatl language, signifies their new journey and commitment to contributing to the revitalization of downtown.
Texas Roadhouse and Bubba’s 33 to donate toward Ruidoso fire relief
On July 1, Monday, 25 Texas Roadhouse and Bubba’s 33 restaurants located in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Arizona will hold fundraising events to support Ruidoso fire relief efforts. According to a news release issued by the company, participating locations in El Paso and Las Cruces will donate 10%...
Resolution calls on El Paso County GOP chair to resign
Some members of the committee that oversees the El Paso County Republican Party voted Monday to censure the party’s chairwoman, the party’s vice chair said. Members of the county party’s executive committee who were present voted on a resolution that alleged county party Chair Vickie Tonkins had improperly used party resources to benefit her husband’s […] The post Resolution calls on El Paso County GOP chair to resign appeared first on Colorado Newsline.
Sheriff: Man attempts to break into home, crashes stolen truck in Canutillo
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A 39-year-old man is facing charges after allegedly stealing a pickup truck, crashing it into several properties, and attempting to break into a home early Friday morning, June 28, in Canutillo, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office says just after 5 a.m. that Friday, Gabriel […]
Are banks, post offices, UPS and FedEx open on July 4th? Here's what to know
Many hard-working El Pasoans will look forward to a day off on Fourth of July. It's a great day to get together for family barbecues, shop for summer items or enjoy some pool time. Government offices will be closed on Independence Day. Banks and credit unions also tend to be closed on this patriotic holiday. ...
Experts – Extreme Weather To Become “Normal” In Texas
Texas saw some crazy weather last year, including extremely high temps, and 2024 is looking to bring us more. In fact, experts think this insanity may become "normal". Last year, Texas saw record breaking heat waves and 2024 is expected to be at least as hot, if not hotter. The heat isn't the only extreme weather the lone star state could see this year.
84-Year-Old Texas Woman Almost a Victim in Bitcoin Fraud Scheme
People preying on animals or the elderly are some of the lowest scumbags on earth and one of those scumbags almost made an 84-year-old Texas woman a victim. Luckily there was a good Samaritan who stepped in to make sure the woman didn’t end up losing $44,000. The details...
Winning Mega Millions lottery tickets sold in California and Texas
INGLEWOOD – There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Tuesday (July 2) evening’s drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery. Two tickets were sold matching five numbers in California and Texas. The ticket sold in California was sold at a gas station in the 400...
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