Man, woman dead in apparent murder-suicide in East El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Police Department (EPPD) is investigating what they called a murder-suicide after a man and a woman were found dead on Tuesday, Aug. 26, in an East El Paso home. Shortly before 9 a.m. on Tuesday, officers responded to a house on the 11800 block of Chelita Drive […]
El Paso Celebrates New EPPD Cadets and Ranks, Highlights Mentorship and Community Ties
It was a day of celebration at the El Paso Police Department Central Regional Command as 14 new cadets were officially welcomed into the fold during the 2025/2026 Cadet Welcome Day. The event, commemorated with families in attendance, showcased officers discussing the program expectations and was marked by the...
Enrollment vs. Capacity numbers at EPISD elementary schools for the 25-26 school year
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — New enrollment figures obtained by KFOX14/CBS4 for the 2025-2026 school year reveal significant disparities in student numbers across elementary schools within the El Paso Independent School District. According to documents, Polk Elementary is the only school exceeding its capacity,...
Texas border cities safer than other US cities, FBI crime data shows
Latest FBI crime statistics show Texas border cities are safer than other metropolitan areas and cities. And it's not the first time.
Celebrating National Dog Day at the Plaza Hotel
EL PASO (KVIA) -- The Plaza Hotel is inviting the public to celebrate National Dog Day on August 26, 2025. The hotel is hosting a “Yappy Hour” from 5 to 7 p.m. The Paws & Pour Social at La Perla, the bar located on the Plaza's 17-story-tall rooftop, will offer a variety of food and beverages The post Celebrating...
Police investigating 2 deaths in East El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso Police say their Crimes Against Persons unit is investigating two deaths that were initially reported on Tuesday morning, Aug. 26. Police said the call came in as a “911 unknown problem” just before 9 a.m. Tuesday, along the 11800 block of Chelita Dr. Information is limited at this […]
Woman migrant hit by 2 vehicles while crossing El Paso’s Border Highway
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A woman migrant from Ecuador was struck by at least two vehicles and was killed while trying to cross the Border Highway earlier this month, according to Customs and Border Protection. The incident happened at about 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 17. A supervisory Border Patrol agent, performing patrol...
Vinton Steel breaks ground on ‘historic’ expansion with major economic impact
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Vinton Steel, owned by Japanese company Kyoei Steel, broke ground on a major expansion that is estimated to create nearly 200 jobs at the plant and create nearly $18 billion in economic impact for the local economy over the next 35 to 40 years, officials said. County and business officials […]
Horizon Police arrest teen for DWI after crash
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A 19-year-old man was arrested and charged with DWI after he was allegedly involved in a motor-vehicle crash in Horizon City, Horizon Police said. Gerardo Montalvo, 19, was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated, Horizon Police said. His bond was set at $2,000. At about 4:15 a.m....
El Paso residents face rising tax burdens amid stagnant wages
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — As property values continue to climb in El Paso, many residents are feeling the financial strain of rising tax bills. Despite the city maintaining its tax rate at $0.76 per $100 of valuation, other entities like the county and University Medical Center are increasing their rates, while...
