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. UTEP to Officially Open its Advanced Manufacturing…
Tech Crunch – Dropbox Chief Customer Officer Eric Cox plans to step down, per filing
Dropbox’s chief customer officer, Eric Cox, plans to step down, according to a document filed with the SEC on Friday. Cox will remain in his current role for “a period of time”…
Tech Crunch – Startups Weekly: Enjoying the reprieve
Welcome to Startups Weekly — your weekly recap of everything you can’t miss from the world of startups. Want it in your inbox every Friday? Sign up here. Startups aren’t isolated from…
Tech Crunch – Microsoft inks massive carbon removal deal powered by a paper mill
The purchase covers 12 years of emissions from CO280’s first carbon capture project at a mill on the Gulf Coast. Read more: Read More
Texas Monthly – Texas Republican lawmakers unwilling to change abortion laws to address doomed pregnancies
For the first time since Texas outlawed nearly all abortions, lawmakers are clarifying the “life of mother” exception. But they don’t plan to address cases where the fetus won’t survive. Read: Read…
Texas Monthly – To avoid a water crisis, Texas may bet big on desalination. Here’s how it works in El Paso.
Desalination can create millions of gallons of fresh water a day. But it is expensive and there are many environmental concerns. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – $337 billion, two-year budget gets Texas House approval
The lower chamber’s plan largely aligns with the Senate’s proposal and puts billions toward teacher pay, border security and property tax cuts. Read: Read More
Tech Crunch – Leaders from Accel and Paladin Capital Group join the stage at StrictlyVC London in May
Mark your calendar — StrictlyVC London is just around the corner on 13 May. Designed for founders, entrepreneurs, and investors, this exclusive gathering promises deep VC insight and high-value connections. We’re thrilled…
KTSM News – Suspected gang member flees from troopers, prompts lockdown at CISD schools
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is searching for a suspected member of the Crucés Boyz gang after he prompted a lockdown at Lone Star, Canutillo,…
Tech Crunch – Lucid Motors wins bankruptcy auction for Nikola’s Arizona factory and other assets
EV startup Lucid Motors has emerged as a surprise winner in the bankruptcy auction for electric trucking company Nikola’s Arizona factory and other assets, according a late Thursday night court filing. Lucid…