Texas is set to enforce a new law banning cell phones and smartwatches in public schools to reduce classroom distractions and promote traditional learning.

The Socorro Independent School District won the TAEA District of Distinction Award for the fifth year in a row, placing them in the top 8% of Texas districts.

Las Cruces Police Department will host a town hall on July 16 for community engagement, featuring breakout sessions and discussions on various department operations.

The El Paso Fire Department celebrated its 100th meeting with the City's Capital Improvement Department, highlighting their collaboration in enhancing fire station safety and functionality.

Colorado sheriffs, including El Paso County's Roybal, alerted Governor Polis to the extreme backlog of inmate transfers and insufficient state reimbursement rates, stressing the urgent need for systemic fixes.

El Paso's proposed FY2026 budget focuses on tax relief for seniors/disabled, public safety, and infrastructure, maintaining the tax rate, and providing city employee raises without relying heavily on reserves.

Raquel Fierro has been appointed as the principal of Lamar Elementary School in El Paso, with her extensive experience and educational background praised by the district.

UTEP's Sun City Summit Rocket Team finished second in their category and seventh overall at the IREC, with their rocket Sandstorm hitting 29,541 feet. The team surpassed other Texas schools and demonstrated strong engineering skills.

Sheriff Roybal of El Paso County releases an ICE custody transfer list for transparency, showing relations with federal agencies and compliance with Colorado law.

Las Cruces Utilities is developing a plan to balance natural gas use with the city's environmental goals, transitioning towards sustainable energy in line with the Climate Action Plan.

EPCC celebrated the graduation of the 100th class from its Law Enforcement Training Academy, which provides comprehensive training for peace officers in Texas.

U.S. Army Medical Command's 4th Cohort celebrates graduation from EPCC's accelerated paramedic program, highlighting their dedication and the rigorous training they underwent.

El Paso County Sheriff mobilizes a DWI Task Force to prevent drunk driving, with local law enforcement agencies cooperating to patrol and enhance safety.