This is your weekly news roundup, which takes a quick look at some developments in government, politics, education, environment and other topics across El Paso. City to Host Public Meetings on Proposed…
KTSM News – All 6 aboard KC-135 refueling aircraft that crashed in Iraq are dead, military says
The crash came after three U.S. F-15E fighter jets were mistakenly downed last week by friendly Kuwaiti fire. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – In the Rio Grande Valley, soaring Democratic turnout fuels party’s hope of turning the Trump tide
Democratic enthusiasm in the Valley’s four counties could foreshadow a November reversal of Trump’s historic 2024 sweep there — and signal that Latino voters have become swing voters. Read: Read More
Tech Crunch – Before quantum computing arrives, this startup wants enterprises already running on it
After selling his AI startup to AMD for $665 million, Peter Sarlin is back with QuTwo, a new venture building the infrastructure it believes enterprises will need when quantum computing finally arrives. Read…
Tech Crunch – Truecaller now lets you hang up on scammers — on behalf of your family
Caller identity platform Truecaller recently launched a new feature that lets one person become an admin of a family group, get alerts about fraud calls received by other members, and even end…
KTSM News – El Paso Chihuahuas unveil new identity, representing region’s culture
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Chihuahuas unveiled a new Copa de la Diversión identity, one of the “most recognizable and meaningful cultural traditions of the Paso del Norte region.”…
KTSM News – Winds become very strong Sunday night
We had some chilly winds early this morning, but those winds backed off for a beautiful afternoon. The official high today was 75. Get ready for a big warm up starting Friday….
Border Report – At least 120 cartel-orchestrated drone attacks reported in Mexico in 2025
The Mexican states with the highest number of drone attacks are Michoacán and Guerrero, with between 55 and 80 incidents. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – Texas clarifies voucher rules to help more families access future special ed support
After reporting from The Texas Tribune, the office tasked with handing out vouchers clarified that families who do not complete a special education evaluation this year may have a chance to qualify…
Tech Crunch – How to watch Jensen Huang’s Nvidia GTC 2026 keynote
Nvidia kicks off its GTC conference with Huang’s keynote on Monday, which can be watched in person or via livestream. Read more: Read More