More than 12,000 residents without power in El Paso, Las Cruces
More than 12,600 residents are without power, according to an El Paso Electric outage map. The map displayed outages in several parts of El Paso and Las Cruces as of 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18. El Paso Electric is "assessing" the reported outages and has an estimated time of restoration of 1:45 p.m. It's not...
EPCSO deputies arrest two people after desert chase
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- The El Paso County Sheriff's Office say that 38-year-old Edgar Ezparza and 40-year-old Linda Barrientos were both arrested for not stopping for deputies. EPSCO says that deputies attempted to perform a traffic stop near the intersection of Krag Street and Montana Avenue on a blue Honda...
Teacher of the Year Finalist Accused of Offering Cash to Undercover Officer: Key Details...
You’re about to learn what happened when a prominent educator, honored as a Teacher of the Year finalist, allegedly tried to exchange cash for sex with someone he believed was a 13-year-old — a sting that ended in arrest. This piece answers who was involved, what law enforcement found, and why the case matters for […]
Semi-truck cargo tips over in East El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Several law enforcement units responded to East El Paso after a semi-truck’s cargo tipped over on Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 18, according to a spokesperson with the El Paso Fire Department. The spokesperson said the call came in at 11 a.m. Wednesday on Montana Avenue and Airway Boulevard. The...
Tractor-trailer carrying crushed vehicles overturns on Airway and Montana
A tractor-trailer carrying crushed vehicles overturned on Airway Boulevard and Montana Avenue in El Paso, authorities said. Drivers are encouraged to stay away from the area while law enforcement try to clear the area, as of 11:10 a.m. According to FitFam , the tractor-trailer took a sharp turn and lost control,...
‘Always putting others first:’ El Paso educator dies trying to stop alleged drunk driver
An El Paso educator known for her kindness and aiding those in need died after she was struck by a rolling vehicle as she attempted to stop another woman from driving drunk, court documents state. Ana Maria Paniagua, 57, offered to drive Aurora Morales, 62, home about 5:20 p.m. on Feb. 7 because she was worried...
Update: Tony Gonzales Was Having Affair with Staffer Who Committed Suicide
AUSTIN, Tx., February 18, 2026: In an update to a story we brought you back in November, former staffer for Tony Gonzales (R-23) who died of self-immolation after she set herself on fire had been involved in an affair with the Texas congressman before committing suicide, according to a former staffer at the...
Desert foods workshop, El Paso Marathon highlight week’s events
Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the borderland in the coming week. A hands-on community workshop exploring the region’s food traditions as part of the exhibition Les Sembrantes (The Sowers). Participants will learn about the manner in which food is cultivated in a desert climate through guided...
Strong winds force changes at West El Paso Mardi Gras block party
EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14/CBS4) — Strong winds sweeping through El Paso on Tuesday forced organizers of a Mardi Gras block party in West El Paso to make last-minute changes, including moving parts of the celebration indoors and scrapping a planned stage. Organizers said the gusts created challenges as crews...
Expressing your love doesn’t need to cost a thing
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- What's your love language? If it's receiving gifts, do your valentine a favor and let them know up front, even if it sounds a little demanding. Counselor Patricia Contreras, with "Courageous Mind Counseling" says couples should be in touch with each other's needs and desires. For some that...
