EPISD seniors earned national honors with several recognized by QuestBridge and the National Merit Scholarship Program, including matches with Notre Dame, Colorado College, Stanford, and MIT.

El Paso County delays operations by two hours on January 26 due to freezing temperatures, prioritizing safety for employees and families adjusting to school schedule changes.

Socorro Police Department hosts a community event for a UTEP vs NMSU basketball game, offering discounts through a QR code for local residents on February 7th.

El Paso ISD delays school opening by 2 hours due to icy conditions, cancelling Pre-K for three-year-olds and altering transportation and breakfast times.

The Rio Vista Civic Center in Socorro, Texas, is offering a new holistic bootcamp led by Instructor Joseph, focusing on physical and mental well-being.

Anthony Police Department is hiring Police Trainees, offering $18/hour at the academy, benefits, and retirement plans. Applications are open until February 22, 2026.

El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte announced the Bob Snead Street Renaming Ceremony, honoring Snead's legacy as an aviator, artist, and historian of the Buffalo Soldiers.

Locals showed support for Officer Soto in their cancer battle at the Stronger Than Cancer WOD event, which gained attention from El Paso County Sheriff Ugarte.

El Paso County Sheriff's Office hosts a workout event to support Officer Jacob Soto in his battle with Stage IV cancer, raising funds and encouraging community participation and donations.

The Diana Natalicio Institute for Hispanic Student Success hosted a celebration honoring its namesake's legacy and impact on education at The University of Texas at El Paso.

A Move.org analysis finds Texans average about $605 monthly on utilities while New Mexico averages roughly $401. Electricity is the largest single component.

Advocates warned that federal immigration enforcement is leaving hundreds of Texas children in prolonged custody, citing reports of months‑long detentions and growing mental‑health risks.

El Paso has launched free fitness videos for new moms on YouTube, offering a variety of workouts tailored to their needs, aiming to reduce stress and promote health.