The number of births to El Paso County residents declined again in 2025, the 15th time in the past 20 years that births have dropped, according to state data. The preliminary number…
Texas Monthly – As data centers jostle to get on Texas’ grid, ERCOT promises new rules for planning
ERCOT is making a first attempt at a planning process in which multiple requests will be considered simultaneously. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – As immigrant arrests rise, here’s what to know about ICE operations in Texas
The Trump administration is going all in on accelerating mass deportation efforts. Here’s how ICE operations look in Texas, home to an estimated 2 million undocumented immigrants. Read: Read More
KTSM News – El Paso content creators interview movie, entertainment stars in Hollywood
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Without much forethought but driven by relentless motivation, three young content creators from El Paso took a five-day trip to Los Angeles and West Hollywood, capturing interviews…
El Paso Matters – Minnesota detainees denied visitors at Fort Bliss following 3rd death at ICE facility
People attempting to visit detainees from Minnesota at the Fort Bliss immigration holding facility have been turned away in recent days following the death of a Nicaraguan man transferred from Minneapolis, according…
Border Report – New Hampshire bishop warns clergy: Prepare for ‘new era of martyrdom’
The Episcopal bishop warned his clergy to finalize their wills and get their affairs in order to prepare for a “new era of martyrdom.” Read: Read More
Border Report – Man on FBI’s ‘Most Wanted’ list found after nearly 10 years in Mexico
For nearly 10 years, authorities had been searching for Alejandro “Alex” Rosales Castillo, was wanted for the 2016 murder of his ex-girlfriend. Read: Read More
Border Report – X-ray reveals 14 hidden inside truck at South Texas checkpoint, driver arrested
FALFURRIAS, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A truck driver and two others are facing federal smuggling charges after an X-ray revealed 14 people hidden inside a compartment in a box truck at the Falfurrias…
Border Report – Counter protesters chase off conservative influencer Jake Lang during Minneapolis immigration crackdown
Jake Lang, who recently announced he’s running for U.S. Senate in Florida, was previously charged with assaulting an officer with a baseball bat and other crimes before receiving clemency as part of…
Border Report – Trump’s year on immigration reflects massive change in American life
In his first year back in office, President Trump has completely shifted the U.S. approach to immigration, launching the most visible enforcement effort seen in history while closing the door to many…