The revelation comes as part of a series of corrections in a legal case over DOGE’s access to Social Security Administration data. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – UStrive security lapse exposed personal data of its users, including children
The online mentoring site UStrive exposed email addresses, phone numbers, and other non-public information to other logged-in users. The nonprofit told TechCrunch that the issue is now fixed, but wouldn’t commit to…
Texas Monthly – Alcohol commission finalizes rules for hemp industry in Texas, but debate likely to continue
The new rules apply to 60,000 TABC license holders, like convenience stores and restaurants. The Department of State Health Services is also working to finalize its own rules for smoke shops. Read:…
KTSM News – El Paso ranked 5th in nation for best value for new homes
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A new national study identifies El Paso as the city with the fifth best value for newly built homes. The study was done based on data from…
Tech Crunch – Ethernovia raises $90M as investors rush to fund ‘physical AI’
The automotive-focused company is looking to expand its Ethernet-based processors to fields like robotics. Read more: Read More
KTSM News – Man arrested for assault, robbery in Fabens
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A 34-year-old man was arrested on Sunday, Jan. 18, for allegedly assaulting a victim and stealing the victim’s truck keys before fleeing the area in Fabens. Shortly…
Border Report – Army, police hunt gang members who killed 10 police officers
Riots in which 46 guards were taken hostage were followed by coordinated street attacks in which 10 members of the National Civil Police were killed. Read: Read More
Tech Crunch – Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says tariffs are starting to drive up product prices
Jassy said on Tuesday that while Amazon is trying to keep prices low, price hikes may be unavoidable in some cases. Read more: Read More
Border Report – Deadline for NADBank water funds extended
McALLEN, Texas (Border Report) — The deadline for South Texas border communities to access millions of dollars in water infrastructure funds has been extended. The North American Development Bank (NADBank) is taking…
El Paso Matters – Fact check: Did freezing temperatures cause a major El Paso Water pipeline break?
No. A main water pipeline break that occurred in Northeast El Paso on Jan. 10, 2026, was caused by deterioration consistent with aging, not freezing temperatures, according to Gilbert Trejo, El Paso…