A lungful of hydrogen sulfide nearly killed John Burba a few months into his first job in the West Texas oil patch. He’d grown up in the region, where his dad worked…
El Paso Matters – After El Paso lost out on major federal grants, what’s the future of the region’s climate change plan?
The city of El Paso is preparing to implement a wide-ranging climate action plan in about a year. But after the city lost out on major federal grants that could have provided…
Texas Monthly – A Speed-Freak Texan’s Raw, Unapologetic Quest to Build the World’s Fastest Car
Two things happen when the guy sitting next to me floors the gas pedal of his $2.7 million car. First, the raspy growl of the 1,817-horsepower engine mutates from that of a…
KTSM News – Monday 9-hour forecast: Starting the week with a beautiful day
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Happy Monday! We’re starting the week with mostly clear skies and a high of 90-degrees. Make sure to enjoy this beautiful day. By noon, a warm breeze…
Texas Monthly – Texas proposes first new rules for oilfield waste in 40 years
While environmentalists say the new rules don’t do enough to protect groundwater, oil and gas operators are contesting stricter requirements for waste pits near wells. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – Texas parents gain new tools to control their teen’s social media use
A new law gives parents more power over a child’s actions on social media, but only if the parent knows about the account. Read: Read More
KTSM News – Police investigate officer-involved shooting in Lower Valley
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Crimes Against Persons Unit of the El Paso Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting late Sunday night in the Lower Valley, police said. The incident…
KTSM News – 1 person killed in motorcycle crash at I-10 East, Airway
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — One person has died in a crash involving a motorcycle late Sunday night, Sept. 8 along Interstate 10 East near Airway, El Paso Police said. Police confirm…
Texas Monthly – Austin congressman leads GOP rebuke of Biden administration’s Afghanistan withdrawal
The House Foreign Affairs Committee, which U.S Rep. Michael McCaul chairs, accused Biden of ignoring warnings from his staffers and allies, leaving American interests vulnerable to the Taliban takeover. Read: Read More
KTSM News – City Parks and Rec closing some facilities, changing hours for fall, winter
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — With summer coming to an end, the City of El Paso’s Parks and Recreation Department said it is shutting down some outdoor facilities and changing the hours…