Michael Gonzalez is appointed Interim Dean of AAMS at El Paso Community College starting February 1, 2026, with a strong background in both teaching and administration.

An individual, Natasha Cristina Acevedo, was arrested for causing a disturbance at an El Paso Public Service Board meeting after being told the room was full. She made allegations about water contamination and resisted directives.

Michael "Buzz Adams" Witt was booked Jan. 10 on DWI, possession and unlawful-carrying charges and released Jan. 11, according to jail records.

NWS El Paso forecasts a week of sunny days, clear nights, calm winds, with highs in the low 60s and lows around 40.

Dr. Rebecca Escamilla is named the Interim Vice President of Student and Enrollment Services at EPCC, following leadership changes due to Dr. Steve Smith's retirement.

Students at two Canutillo campuses were held outside after staff reported a gas odor. Texas Gas crews investigated and the district said all students are safe.

A boil water notice is in effect for parts of El Paso after crews reduced customers affected by a damaged water main from 100,000 to 24,000. Repairs could take up to 72 hours.

Socorro, Texas urges residents to attend local government meetings, with a schedule available on the City's website and most meetings held at the Council Chambers at 860 N Rio Vista Rd.

El Paso offers free Christmas tree disposal at the Citizens Collection station until January 31st, encouraging residents to remove decorations and participate in reducing landfill waste.

El Paso promotes WIC support for expectant families through an initiative emphasizing nutrition and breastfeeding, encouraging early application for benefits.

El Paso's Department of Public Health facility has reopened with normal operations, except for non-functional water fountains due to ongoing maintenance.

The Texas Department of Transportation has scheduled roadwork on I-10 between Vinton and Mesa, including alternating lane closures for electrical and construction work, with a 24-hour eastbound shutdown on January 24 for ramp work.

A student with autism was found wandering nearly a block from Purple Heart Elementary; witnesses returned him to campus and Socorro ISD says staff reviewed the incident. Families are asking what changes the district will make to prevent a repeat.