Wiwynn's AI server campus promises 2,000 jobs in Socorro, but the city's own agreement only guarantees 100 for residents.

A $285,000 EPCC grant for free textbooks is fueling a sharper fight over who's really cutting college costs for Texas families.

City real estate staff say WestStar Title overstepped its authority on a $300,000 deal — council pulled the ban from its agenda for more review.

Abbott unveiled reading and math help for struggling students in El Paso, while a screwworm outbreak keeps spreading across Texas counties.

A fresh Texas A&M/ReconMR poll gives Talarico a four-point edge, with voters split hard on who they trust to fight corruption.

El Paso County has proposed a higher property-tax ceiling for 2026, but commissioners have not set the final rate. Public budget and tax hearings are next.

A new Fox News poll puts Greg Abbott just one point ahead of Gina Hinojosa in the Texas governor’s race, turning a familiar Republican advantage into a statistical dead heat.

Commissioners are set to consider 10% water and 5% sewer increases for East Montana; a typical bill could rise about $10 as the county seeks funding for repairs and a new tank.

ICE has centralized routine check‑ins in El Paso, forcing migrants from New Mexico and West Texas to make long, costly trips while advocates warn of arrests and overcrowding.

Ysleta ISD trustees approved a short‑term tax‑revenue anticipation loan up to $32M to cover payroll while the district waits for state and property‑tax receipts.

Arturo Alluin says he corrected his campaign report after entries showed spending on suits and events at restaurants he owns. He insists he didn’t misuse funds.

Texas sent the first TEFA payments on July 1, funding nearly 73,000 accounts and opening a marketplace with more than 54,000 approved items for families.

El Paso ISD trustees approved a final round of budget-related layoffs across dozens of campuses as the district works to close a large shortfall. Officials say classrooms will be monitored to limit disruptions.