Sheriff Oscar Ugarte told a packed town hall he’ll use the warrant‑service 287(g) model under SB 8 to limit street‑level checks while complying with state law. Local groups pressed for clarity on raids and family protections.

The El Paso Police Department reminisced on 2016 events, including Pope Francis' visit and a new flag, highlighting growth and community engagement in a social media post.

El Paso Sheriff's town hall on ICE's 287(g) program fails to allay fears amid reports of expanded immigration raids and a detainee's death by asphyxia, sparking calls for accountability.

Gov. Greg Abbott ordered HHSC and the state OIG to investigate possible Medicaid fraud, with a March 15 progress report and an autism‑services review due in June 2026.

Clint ISD Special Education Program volunteers partnered with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, engaging in community service, as highlighted by Sheriff Ugarte's social media post.

UTEP opened Texas Western Hall, a $110 million facility with cutting-edge classrooms, an auditorium, and a café, furthering education and campus life.

Rep. Brian Harrison asked House leaders to hold interim hearings in Austin to explore banning Sharia law, joining a statewide push that includes Abbott's actions and a GOP ballot question.

Mexico will send roughly 65 billion gallons to Texas, but much of the water is salty, hard to store and won’t erase the treaty shortfall.

El Pasoans Fighting Hunger will receive 10,000 dozen eggs from a Texas AG settlement with Cal‑Maine, part of 180,000 dozen set to be distributed statewide within 120 days.

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.

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.

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.

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