The DEA’s El Paso division launched a community initiative pairing education, family outreach and enforcement to cut fentanyl supply and support affected families. Officials stressed vigilance and resources.

Malena Mendoza, a 26-year-old nursing student at EPCC, completed her degree despite battling a rare cancer, demonstrating resilience through chemotherapy and academic dedication.

The article describes a period of clear, mild weather in El Paso, TX, with sunny days and mostly clear evenings, as forecasted by the National Weather Service.

An east El Paso pho shop scored a 73 in the Dec. 1–5 food inspections — above failure but well below the week’s perfect scores. Officials say businesses are given time to fix violations.

McGruff the Crime Dog celebrated with El Paso families at the Lighting Campus for Hope event, engaging with the community and participating in a dance competition.

El Paso native Danny Torres won the U.S. U20 8K in Portland (25:10.8) and earned a spot on Team USA for the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee. The Eastwood High alum now prepares with Texas.

El Paso Children's Hospital unveils a mobile clinic to provide pediatric care in rural areas, backed by Rep. Veronica Escobar and aiming for equitable healthcare access.

Texas Tech wins its first Big 12 Championship with a 34-7 victory over BYU, led by a strong defense and QB Morton's performance. BYU struggled after QB Bachmeier's ankle injury.

Two teenage girls were arrested for an aggravated robbery at a Circle K in El Paso, with charges referred to the Juvenile Probation Department. Details of their potential involvement in multiple robberies and their custody status are undisclosed.

Two teenage girls were taken into custody after an alleged aggravated assault in Central El Paso. Authorities say the case is under active investigation.

Socorro, Texas proclaims Older Driver Safety Week, providing safety advice and promoting alternative transport services for seniors on social media, in partnership with TXDOT.

EPCC held a graduation for 14 U.S. Army medics, with 11 receiving Paramedic certificates and three earning Advanced EMT certificates. The program involves intense training and sets soldiers on a path for advancement.

El Paso is investing $20 million to build six new landfill cells at the Greater El Paso Landfill, adding roughly a dozen years of disposal capacity. The work is funded by solid‑waste fees.