Normally, memorial resolutions to honor Texans who have died are passed without controversy. But the resolution for Richards, a former president of Planned Parenthood who died this year, sparked a cascade of…
Tech Crunch – Carbon removal startup Holocene bought by oil and gas giant Occidental
The deal was executed through Oxy Low Carbon Ventures for an undisclosed amount. Read more: Read More
KTSM News – Rough Edge EDC: Looking for a discreet gentleman’s carry
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – As I have gotten older, I spend less and less time out in the field for my job. That hasn’t changed my love – or need –…
Tech Crunch – As the trade war escalates, Hence launches an AI ‘advisor’ to help companies manage risk
President Donald Trump’s tariffs have underscored the increasing geopolitical risk that almost all businesses now face. As the situation continues to shift with Trump’s unpredictable deal-making, it’s also becoming clear how challenging…
Tech Crunch – Chinese shopping app Taobao joins DHgate in Top 5 on US App Store
The Chinese e-commerce marketplace app DHgate, which is now the No. 2 free iPhone app in the U.S., isn’t the only one that’s oddly benefiting from President Trump’s tariffs on U.S. imports…
KTSM News – Border Report Live: White House targets immigrants, advocacy groups directly
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — The Trump administration has launched several new fronts in its fight against illegal immigration, going after immigrants themselves and the people who help them. Late last…
Tech Crunch – Former Y Combinator president Geoff Ralston launches new AI ‘safety’ fund
Geoff Ralston, known for his years at Y Combinator, has a new AI VC fund called SAIF. It is seeking AI startups focused on safety. Read more: Read More
Border Report – Border Report Live: White House targets immigrants, advocacy groups directly
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — The Trump administration has launched several new fronts in its fight against illegal immigration, going after immigrants themselves and the people who help them. Late last…
KTSM News – City confirms 5 additional measles cases, launches dashboard
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of El Paso’s Department of Public Health announced on Thursday, April 17, it launched a new online measles dashboard for the community. Five new measles…
Tech Crunch – Google’s latest AI model report lacks key safety details, experts say
On Thursday, weeks after launching its most powerful AI model yet, Gemini 2.5 Pro, Google published a technical report showing the results of its internal safety evaluations. However, the report is light…