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Family, construction company in dispute over home renovations
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Jesus Carreon, 83, said he has not been able to shower for months, and currently uses his kitchen as his bathroom. He’s placed a makeshift mirror in the kitchen to brush his teeth and shave, and for a while, even had to go outside of his home to use the […]
No. 29 Fabens looks to make gains in Class 4A, Division 1
Editor's Note: The El Paso Times continues its high school football countdown with No. 29 Fabens. The Wildcats compete in Class 4A, Division 1 and begin practice on Monday, Aug. 5. The first game is Friday, Aug. 30. Outlook for 2024 season ...
Criminal illegal immigrant on Most Wanted List arrested in Round Rock
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has captured another fugitive from Texas’ 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List – this time in Round Rock. A Crime Stoppers reward will not be paid in this arrest. Fabian Martinez Toribio, 25, a criminal illegal immigrant from Mexico, was...
City Council faces vote on panhandling, shopping cart ordinances
Las Cruces City Council could vote to modify two ordinances regarding solicitation and approve a new ordinance regarding shopping cart containment and retrieval at its meeting on Monday. Las Cruces Police Department Police Chief Jeremy Story presented the proposals during a work session in April, saying the city could improve public safety,...
Heat Advisory in effect for El Paso Friday
The KFOX14 Weather team has issued a Weather Warn for Friday August 2nd. Heat Advisory is in place for parts of El Paso and Hudspeth County till 6 a.m. Saturday. Highs Friday afternoon will range between 103-106 degrees. Make sure to practice hot weather safety!. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and...
Hot temperatures return to end the week
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — The CBS4Warn Weather Team has issued a Weather Warn for hot temperatures in the Borderland on Friday. A Heat Advisory is in effect for portions of El Paso and Hudspeth counties until 6 AM Saturday morning. Highs Friday afternoon will range between 103-106 degrees.
The Texas Legal Guide: To City, County, and State Law Differences
When my youngest daughter who's in college wanted to find her own place but found real estate prices sky-high, she thought of living in a travel trailer in our backyard. This seemed like a great idea until I explained that we have laws prohibiting this. She asked, “Is this your law, a local law, state law, or what kind of law is it?”
The True Value of $100 in Texas Revealed!
I recently came upon a study in my feed and immediately became engrossed in it. Results from the Tax Foundation, which looked at the buying power of $100 in each state, were recently made public by Upworthy. I naturally focused in on Texas, curious to hear their thoughts. I practically yelled at my phone when I saw their results because it seemed impossible.
Why Were the Texas & US Flags at Half Mast on August 1? Explained
Many Texans are curious why the Texas and USA flags were at half-mast on August 1, 2024. The lowering of the flags has raised questions and garnered significant attention, especially in light of recent events. Here’s everything you need to know about why the flags were at half-staff, including the...
Person rescued from canal in South Central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A person suffered severe injuries after they were rescued from the canal at the Border Highway Friday morning, Aug. 2, in South Central El Paso, according to the El Paso Fire Department. The Fire Department says its water rescue team responded just after 4 a.m. at the Cesar Chavez Border […]
New Mexicans living in aging and long-term care homes face issues with food, activities and hygiene
Residents at aging and long-term care facilities statewide, both assisted living facilities and nursing facilities, had the chance to speak directly to New Mexico representatives in May about their quality of care and living. Representatives from the New Mexico Department of Health made unannounced visits to 91 of the state’s 268 facilities in 13 counties […]
The Texas Legal Guide: To City, County, and State Law Differences
When my youngest daughter who's in college wanted to find her own place but found real estate prices sky-high, she thought of living in a travel trailer in our backyard. This seemed like a great idea until I explained that we have laws prohibiting this. She asked, “Is this your law, a local law, state law, or what kind of law is it?”
Socorro man charged with murder after shooting
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso County Sheriff's deputies arrested 39-year-old Oscar Rodriguez Thursday and charged him with murder. Socorro Police officers first responded to reports of a possible homicide on the 11500 block of Valle Verde in Socorro August 1, 2024. They found 36-year-old Joel Holguin dead from a bullet wound.
The Texas Legal Guide: To City, County, and State Law Differences
When my youngest daughter who's in college wanted to find her own place but found real estate prices sky-high, she thought of living in a travel trailer in our backyard. This seemed like a great idea until I explained that we have laws prohibiting this. She asked, “Is this your law, a local law, state law, or what kind of law is it?”