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Que Pasa says goodbye to August with weekend events

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- We are saying goodbye to the last weekend of August, before beginning the -ber months, just without the temperatures to match the fall season. KTSM Que Pasa is briniging you the events to say goodbye to summer, and hello to September! El Buen Pastor Missi...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 27, 2026

US Rep. Escobar, El Paso officials to attend Marathon refinery community meeting

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The San Juan Neighborhood Association invited residents to attend a community meeting Wednesday to discuss Marathon Petroleum refinery. The meeting comes three weeks after the refinery released more than 15 tons pollutants, according to environmental repo...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 27, 2026

Docs: Fight escalates to deadly stabbing in Northeast El Paso

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A fight between a daughter and her mother's caregiver escalated after the caregiver was stabbed multiple times with a knife in Northeast El Paso, according to court documents obtained by KTSM 9 News. As KTSM previously reported, 35-year-old Shaloni Mariah...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 26, 2026

Gabriel Ramirez found guilty of capital murder

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A jury issued a guilty verdict for Gabriel Ramirez on capital murder on Wednesday, Aug. 26, convicted of killing his 79-year-old aunt and 24-year-old girlfriend. Ramirez is now facing a life sentence without the possibility of parole. The jury began delib...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 26, 2026

Hot Today, But Slightly Cooler; Storm Chances Increase Late Week

The Borderland will remain hot today, but temperatures will be a few degrees cooler compared to Tuesday as the upper-level high shifts slightly west. The mountains will have a better chance of seeing thunderstorms this evening, particularly across the Sacramento Mountains. Isolat...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 26, 2026

El Paso Fall Home & Garden Show returns with free admission

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Fall Home & Garden Show will return to the El Paso Convention Center Aug. 28-30, offering residents access to home improvement vendors, design ideas, landscaping resources and cooking demonstrations. Admission to the three-day event is free thr...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 26, 2026

Meta to give Texas over $1 billion in settlement to protect kids online

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Wednesday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said Texas will get more than $1 billion as part of a settlement with Meta to protect children on its platforms. Wednesday, Meta agreed to an $18 billion settlement to resolve claims that it intentionally desig...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 26, 2026

WE HIKE honors Suicide Awareness Month, veterans with walk

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — WE HIKE Adventure announced it will be returning for its second annual outdoor series, "WE HIKE for Veterans: Awareness, Connection & Prevention", in honor of September’s Suicide Awareness Month. WE HIKE officials said the organization is introducing a pos...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 26, 2026

‘She took care of people’: KLAQ recalls interview with Dolly Parton

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Dolly Parton has made an impact with her music and philanthropy. For one El Paso radio station, an interview with the superstar served as a reminder of Parton's good character. Parton's family announced her death Tuesday. She was 80 years old. KLAQ Direct...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 25, 2026

Idalia De La Torre accused of 'tampering' with body of retired EPPD detective

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - Idalia De La Torre, who is facing a charge of tampering with or fabricating physical evidence involving a human corpse after a body was discovered inside a garage at an El Paso home, made a court appearance Tuesday, August 25. De La Torre’s bond was reduce...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 25, 2026

Capital murder suspect Gabriel Ramirez takes witness stand

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Gabriel Ramirez, the man accused of killing his 79-year-old aunt and 24-year-old girlfriend during the Christmas holiday in 2022, was called to the stand to give his version of events to jurors on Tuesday, Aug. 25. The state rested its case after seven da...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 25, 2026

Community meeting slated on Marathon Refinery

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A community meeting on the Marathon Refinery has been scheduled for this week. Earlier this month, the refinery in South-Central El Paso leaked thousands of pounds of contaminants into the atmosphere over several days. The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 25, 2026

El Paso VA to host clinic to help families with end-of-life plans

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso County Veterans Service Office, in partnership with the El Paso VA Health Care System, will host its PACT ACT Claims community clinic dedicated to honoring veterans and connecting them with important resources. Mark Rielo from El Paso VA joined...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 25, 2026

“Calling All Seniors” Program Aims to Combat Loneliness in El Paso

EL PASO, Tx., August 25, 2026: A local initiative is taking strides to address the growing issue of isolation among older adults. Operating under the AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior […] The post “Calling All Seniors” Program Aims to Combat Loneliness in El Paso appeared fir...

El Paso Herald-PostAug 25, 2026

Coco the therapy dog – just what the doctor ordered

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Multiple studies have proven that dogs reduce stress, anxiety and depression in medical patients. Coco the Golden retriever mix and her handler, or "dad," Rodd Garcia prove that with the work they do at Del Sol Medical Center. The two of them are regular ...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 25, 2026

Why are extreme heat events becoming more frequent?

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- El Paso is experiencing another hot summer, with temperatures expected to hit 105 degrees this week. So far, El Paso has registered 45 days of triple-digit heat, which will persist into the month of September. Dr. Sandip Pal, a professor of Atmospheric Sc...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 24, 2026

New toll rates coming to 3 El Paso international bridges

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Starting Sept. 1, toll rates on the international bridges will change, according to the City of El Paso. New toll rates will take effect at the following crossings: "Managed by the City of El Paso International Bridges Department, toll revenues help suppo...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 24, 2026

TxDOT announces new 45 mph speed limits across El Paso

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Drivers in Northeast El Paso and in the Lower Valley may see a difference in speed limits on the roads. The Texas Department of Transportation announced in a social media post that portions of McCombs and Horizon will see a new speed limit of 45 mph. The ...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 24, 2026

Fort Bliss soldier gets 6 years for assaulting 3-year-old son

A Fort Bliss soldier, Spc. Baltazar E. Gonzalez, was sentenced to six years in prison and received a dishonorable discharge after pleading guilty to domestic violence against his son, wrongful use of cocaine, drunken driving, and assaulting a law enforcement officer....

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 24, 2026

El Paso Sheriff’s Office projected deficit grows to $3.5M

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Expenses on sheriff’s office salaries, overtime and meals at the jail are driving the department’s projected deficit by the end of the 2026 fiscal year. County officials estimate the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office will have a $3.5 million deficit by the e...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 24, 2026

Investigation launched into infant death in Otero County

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A multi-agency task force is investigating an infant's death in Otero County, New Mexico, the Otero County Sheriff's Office said. At this time, officials say they have no indications that there was foul play, but they have launched an investigation to loo...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 24, 2026

Gabriel Ramirez's murder trial turns to autopsy reports

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Autopsies of two women in Gabriel Ramirez's capital murder trial were at the center of Monday's testimony as the trial heads into its second week in court. Ramirez is accused of killing his 79-year-old aunt, Irma Ramirez, and his 24-year-old girlfriend, K...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 24, 2026

Sunday Funday: Round Table Pizza brings a taste of California to Fort Bliss

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KVIA ABC-7Aug 24, 2026

New Mexico Supreme Court halts Project Jupiter progress

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The New Mexico Supreme Court has issued pauses in the construction of Project Jupiter in Doña Ana County. The court temporarily halted decisions on water use from a new well for construction and paused an air-quality permitting case. According to court doc...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 24, 2026

What’s behind every glass of water for El Pasoans

Most of us do not think about water quality when we fill a glass, make coffee or rinse vegetables for dinner. We just expect the water to be there every time — clean, safe and ready to use. National Water Quality Month is an opportunity to recognize the importance of water qualit...

El Paso MattersAug 24, 2026

Former Hamas hostage Judith Raanan shares story of faith and resilience

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)-- Judith Raanan was one of the first American hostages released by Hamas after the October 7, 2023 terrorist attacks in Israel. Raanan, and her teenage daughter were on a trip from Chicago visiting in Kibbutz Nahal Oz when they were kidnapped. The two spent ...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 23, 2026

UTEP women's soccer remains unbeaten through 4 games

Sophomore goalkeeper Savanah Finley recorded five saves to lead the UTEP women's soccer team to a 0-0 tie against Abilene Christian University, maintaining an undefeated record and marking the program's best start in a decade....

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Aug 23, 2026

UTEP soccer pushes unbeaten streak to four

ABILENE, Texas - Sophomore Savanah Finley registered a season-best five saves to help propel the UTEP soccer team to a 0-0 tie on a sweltering day at ACU Sunday. The effort keeps the Miners (2-0-2) undefeated on the year while the Wildcats (0-1-1) remain in search of their initia...

KVIA ABC-7Aug 23, 2026