The oppressive heat continues! Today’s high is 106. The record on this date is 109 in 2023. Monday’s high was 106. Sunday’s high was 105. Unfortunately, the big zone of high pressure…
KTSM News – Texas lawmakers continue to push for reform to STAAR test
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A bill that originally died in the 2025 Texas Legislative Session is back for the 2025 special session – and it can impact around 120,000 students across…
KTSM News – DHS uses ‘South Park’ image for recruitment ahead of ICE-themed episode
(The Hill) – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Tuesday used imagery from “South Park,” which had dedicated its season premiere to mocking President Trump, to encourage recruitment for Immigration and…
KTSM News – City Council warns Texas redistricting map could hurt El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso City Council has officially taken a stance to oppose Texas Republican legislators’ proposed redistricting map. El Paso City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday, Aug….
KTSM News – Sheriff’s Office: Parolee arrested for assault
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A 20-year-old parolee was arrested on Sunday, Aug. 3, after physically assaulting a person, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPCSO). Carlos Salinas III, 20,…
Yard Barker – Alabama’s Ryan Williams has right mindset for another monster season
If Williams now has a firm grasp and comfort level as a college football star, he will be a scary player for SEC teams to try to stop in 2025. Read: Read More
Border Report – Border Report Live: US to require $15K bond from certain visa applicants
HARLINGEN, Texas (Border Report) — The Trump administration is requiring bonds of up to $15,000 for visas for immigrants from certain countries under a new pilot program designed to safeguard security and…
Border Report – More trash booms might pop up following success in Tijuana River
SAN DIEGO (Border Report) — This past rainy season, a trash boom in the Tijuana River kept 500 tons of plastics, trash and other debris away from the Tijuana River Valley and…
El Paso Matters – Fact check: Did a recent El Paso oil refinery flare violate Texas environmental regulations?
No. A recent flare at El Paso’s Marathon refinery released more sulfur dioxide than usual and lasted longer than visible emissions rules typically allow — but it didn’t violate air pollution limits…
KTSM News – Study: Drinking coffee at night increases impulsive behavior
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — All coffee lovers may now consider staying away from coffee at night, as a recent study by the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) suggests that…