Sierra Blanca
LATEST NEWS
CenterPoint Energy withdraws earlier 2024 rate increase case post-Hurricane Beryl
CenterPoint Energy plans to withdraw its 2024 rate case filing with the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUC). The announcement follows CEO Jason Wells admission to Texas lawmakers on Monday that the company planned to pass on its costs for Hurricane Beryl by asking for a rate increase. In a...
14-year-old smuggler leads Texas State Troopers on high-speed chase
TEXAS — Texas State Troopers caught a 14-year-old smuggler and seven illegal immigrants after a high-speed chase and vehicle fire Wednesday.Troopers were in a high-speed chase with a white GMC Acadia on I-35 in Webb County when the driver of the GMC ran a red light and hit a curb, losing the front passenger tire.The trooper performed a precision immobilization technique, or PIT maneuver, causing the driver of the GMC to veer off the road and into the brush.The vehicle then caught fire and troopers helped seven people out of the burning vehicle, according to the Department of Public Safety.The 14-year-old smuggler was arrested and charged with evading arrest and smuggling people. DPS said the seven passengers were illegal immigrants from Mexico and were referred to US Border Patrol.
Community Conversations: Canutillo ISD superintendent talks 2024-25 initiatives
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — In today's Community Conversations, Superintendent Dr. Pedro Galaviz, Officer Andres Hernandez and Canine Officer Alice of Canutillo ISD joined the KFOX14 Morning News to discuss initiatives for the upcoming school year. According to Dr. Galaviz, a few big ticket items on the agenda --...
Man attempts to rob business on the UTEP campus, police say
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- UTEP Police officials say an unknown man tried to rob one of the businesses in the Union Building on campus. The attempted robbery happened as the business was closing, and UTEP Police say there were no threats or weapons visible. The man, however, walked away without any money or property. This happened Wednesday, according to officials.
Cedar Park, Texas earns first-of-its kind state certification as ‘digital media friendly’ hub
CEDAR PARK, Texas (KWTX) - Governor Greg Abbott on July 31 announced the City of Cedar Park’s designation as the Texas Film Commission’s “first Digital Media Friendly Texas Certified Community.”. The city recently completed a multi-step certification process. The designation will help the city spur its digital...
New charges brought against accused NM serial murderer, kidnapper Labar Tsethlikai
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New charges have been filed against a man police say sexually assaulted and killed Native American men in New Mexico over the last several years. Labar Tsethlikai, 51, is facing an 11-count federal indictment that could land him in jail for years, or even get him the death penalty. “You’ll see a number […]
2 teenagers arrested for having guns at school
LAS CRUCES, N.M. — Police arrested two students for having firearms at a high school. It happened Thursday morning, Aug. 1. Two 15-year-old students were arrested at Organ Mountain High School. The Las Cruces Police Department responded at about 10:40 a.m. Follow us on social: Facebook | X/Twitter |...
Chevron ditches California for Texas, citing climate rules
Chevron is moving its headquarters to Texas from California, where it’s been stationed for more than 140 years, after the state’s climate regulations caused problems for the oil company. The company announced Friday that it plans to move its headquarters to Houston from San Ramon. Although the company’s corporate roots in California stem from the […]
Is the pending tropical storm going to impact Texas? Track path of Invest 97L
Tropical storm watches or warnings may be issued today as Invest 97L continues to move toward the Gulf of Mexico, according to the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center. ➤ Track all active storms ➤ Spaghetti models for Invest 97L ...
Award-Winning Texas News Anchor Breaks Boyfriend’s Nose After Too Many Margaritas
KBTX weekend news anchor, Heather Kovar, went out for a night of Tex-Mex and adult beverages with her boyfriend. The evening took a turn when they headed back to Heather's apartment across the street after an argument in the restaurant about their relationship. Kovar, employed by the popular news station...
Yikes – You Won’t Believe How Much Texas Teachers Spend on School Supplies!
Ah, back-to-school season is here in El Paso and all across Texas. While some parents are celebrating the return of their kids' structure (personally, I’m happy I won't have to be cooking a meal every hour for my teenage son) teachers in Texas are bracing themselves for a financial hit.
Texas’ Wildest Police Chases….No More: Change in Pursuit Policy Sweeps Lone Star State
Whatcha gonna do? Whatcha gonna do when the police come for you?. When it comes to a police chase, will Texas law enforcement give pursuit or call it off? It depends. In Texas, rules are set in place regarding vehicular pursuit from law enforcement. These are also known as no chase laws and, according to an International Association of Chiefs of Police Texas policy from 2015, is packed with information that the public may not even know about.