Sheriff Ugarte of El Paso County shared a social media post offering safety tips for the holiday season, including DUI prevention, property safety, and package theft avoidance.

Early state data and research show infant deaths in Texas have risen since 2021. Lawmakers passed Everly’s Law to require bereavement supports and cooling devices for hospitals.

Trump endorsed Rep. Tony Gonzales on Truth Social, backing the San Antonio congressman in a rematch with gun‑influencer Brandon Herrera. Fundraising, Jan. 6 history and geography shape the fight.

A woman was arrested in El Paso, Texas, for allegedly stealing a truck after deputies tracked the vehicle and apprehended her without incident. Her bail was set at $3,500.

"Operation Safe Sleigh" by El Paso Police with Texas DPS resulted in 60 vehicle violations, leading to eight trucks being taken out of service for safety issues like brake and weight compliance.

The U.S. Treasury designated the Cartel de Santa Rosa de Lima and jailed leader José Antonio Yépez Ortiz, alleging industrial-scale fuel theft and prison-based control of cartel operations.

Kristal Kliment was officially inducted as a firefighter at a West Valley Fire Department ceremony, expressing gratitude and attributing her strength to her faith.

Mission Chevrolet awarded the El Paso Fire Department a First Responder Appreciation Donation, publicly acknowledged by the department on social media with thanks.

Students and staff from Franklin and Coronado High Schools collaborated in the "Holiday Blessings" event to give gifts to over 300 Aoy Elementary students, continuing a tradition of unity and generosity.

El Paso Police target DWI during holidays with an outreach program at Montwood High School, using "drunk goggles" to demonstrate the dangers of impaired driving to students.

UTEP was recognized by Forbes as a top school for launching careers and for its low student debt, ranking among the top 15 colleges and having the eighth lowest average student debt nationally.

County commissioners approved new precinct lines Thursday, creating nine new precincts and editing dozens of others. Voters will receive updated registration certificates ahead of the 2026 midterms.

A 44-year-old man was arrested after a UTV chase near Clint ended when deputies disabled the vehicle. He was booked on an evading-with-a-vehicle charge and held on $10,000 bond.