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Mexican Consulate's week of free legal assistance, immigration guidance underway

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — The Mexican Consulate in El Paso is offering free legal consultations, immigration guidance and educational resources this week as part of an outreach campaign to help vulnerable communities better understand their rights. Titled "Inclusion is Pro...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 29, 2026

Broken AC units spark complaints at Socorro ISD schools

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Parents of Socorro Independent School District students are complaining about broken air conditioners at certain campuses, as the new academic year began on Monday, July 27. KTSM 9 News has reached out to the district and received the following statement:...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 29, 2026

Back to school time & your child’s stress

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- It's time for kiddos of all ages to head back to the classroom. That means crayons, books, study time, and unfortunately, an uptick in stress and depression for many. In fact, about 60% of teens experience mental health challenges like anxiety or depressi...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 28, 2026

Clint ISD returns to class, highlights ‘Pathway Programs’

The Clint Independent School District kicks off the 2026-27 school year and Good Morning El Paso joins them at Horizon High School on Tuesday. The post Clint ISD returns to class, highlights ‘Pathway Programs’ appeared first on KVIA ....

KVIA ABC-7Jul 28, 2026

2026 INFINITI QX60 Makes Calm Feel Luxurious

(TestMiles) - The 2026 INFINITI QX60 makes calm feel luxurious with a quiet cabin, smooth ride, easy handling, and a refined three-row SUV experience for daily drives each day That matters in a three-row SUV. These vehicles spend far more time handling commutes, school runs, erra...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 28, 2026

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KVIA ABC-7Jul 28, 2026

NMSU professor finds a ‘sweet’ way to tackle food waste

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Sergio Martinez-Monteagudo and his team of graduate students at New Mexico State University are addressing the issue of food waste in their own way. He's been working to find a way to make ice cream last longer. After 36 samples, the team found the answ...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 28, 2026

El Pasoan earns Mexican Border Defense Medal at the Pentagon

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth awarded an Irvin High School graduate with the Mexican Border Defense Medal Monday. The recognition looks at the dedication, service and commitment of troops involved in border security operations. At the Pentag...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 27, 2026

How EPISD students will get free breakfast and lunch

The El Paso Independent School District Food and Nutrition Services Department will participate in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs for the upcoming school year, offering free and reduced-price meals via the Community Eligibility Provision at qualifying cam...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 27, 2026

Socorro ISD welcomes over 45,000 students for first day

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Three school districts in El Paso opened their doors back up Monday, July 27, including Socorro Independent School District. Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Trejo was at O'Shea Keleher Elementary for the first day of school and joined KTSM 9 News for a l...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 27, 2026

Socorro ISD kicks off first day; new programs for 2026-27 school year

The Socorro Independent School District returns to school on Monday and joins Good Morning El Paso live with the latest updates and highlighting achievements and academic and community programs. Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Trejo and O'Shea Keleher Whole Child Academy Princi...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 27, 2026

A splash to end the summer as schools starts in a flash

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - The school year begins for students and teachers across El Paso Monday with splash pads across the city offering an escape from triple digit temperatures to celebrate last moments of summer vacation. Splash pads across El Paso have a given families a free ...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 27, 2026

NMSU professor, student sculpt marble with robots in Italy

A New Mexico State University art professor and student recently completed a month-long artistic residency in Italy, where they collaborated with robots to carve marble sculptures from the same mountains used by Michelangelo....

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 26, 2026

Verizon dealers give away backpacks in El Paso

Authorized Verizon retailers in El Paso hosted a family-oriented event on Sunday, July 26, to distribute over 300 backpacks and support local students with back-to-school shopping....

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 26, 2026

New Mexico State University mentoring programs recertified

New Mexico State University's TRIO Student Support Services Classic and STEM-H peer mentoring programs have received national recertifications from the College Reading and Learning Association....

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 26, 2026

Mission Early College HS celebrates 20th anniversary

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Mission Early College High School (MECHS) celebrated a special milestone this past week -- its 20th anniversary. MECHS is the first early college high school in El Paso County. Mission Early College High celebrated its birthday along with Socorro Independ...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 26, 2026

NM Health Department reminds parents still plenty of time to get kids vaccinated

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The New Mexico Department of Health wants to remind parents that there is still time for your children to get their required back-to-school vaccinations for free at clinics statewide. Clinics will be operational through Aug. 29, NMDOH said. Sixty-nine loc...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 25, 2026

Las Cruces adjusts outdoor pool hours with start of school

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department will adjust outdoor pool hours due to the start of the school year. Beginning July 27, the East Mesa, 6151 Reynolds Dr., and Laabs Pools, 701 W. Picacho Ave, will be offering open swimming at the foll...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 25, 2026

Open bar, closed case: Do you need liquor liability for events?

If you’re planning an event with alcohol, whether that’s a company party, a school fundraiser, or a wedding reception, you’ll want to make sure you are covered for your liability related to the serving of liquor. Liquor liability insurance coverage isn’t automatically included in...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 25, 2026

Public television station KRWG now free over air in El Paso area

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Public television station KRWG-TV is now available free over the air on for viewers throughout the El Paso area, New Mexico State University said in a news release. This brings "trusted PBS programming, local news, and educational content to even more hom...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 25, 2026

State giving EPCC less money than anticipated based on student success

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – El Paso Community College officials say the state of Texas has shortchanged the school in funding promised through a bill approved three years ago. EPCC is not the only Texas community college short on money promised to their institutions based on student ...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 24, 2026

El Paso ISD to launches Stopfinder bus tracking app for 2026-27 school year

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Independent School District announced the launch of Stopfinder, a free mobile app that provides real-time school bus tracking for the 2026-27 school year. District officials said parents and guardians of students who ride the bus will be able t...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 24, 2026

New Mexico back-to-school tax holiday is next weekend

(KVIA) -- From July 31-Aug. 2, New Mexico shoppers can skip paying gross receipts tax (GRT) on some purchases for the state's back-to-school tax holiday. Tax-free items include some clothes, technology and other school supplies. It will start at 12:01 a.m. July 31 and end midnigh...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 24, 2026

El Paso ISD launches school bus tracking app ahead of new school year

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Parents whose children attend the El Paso Independent School District can track school buses in real time with a new app, the district announced Thursday. Tracking will be available for the 2026-27 school year. Stopfinder is a free, secure app that lets p...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 23, 2026

El Paso County Sheriff's Office announces annual backpack giveaway

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — As families prepare for a new school year, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office will host its annual Backpack Giveaway on June 25 to help ensure students have the supplies they need to start the school year ready to learn. The giveaway will begin at 8 a.m. ...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 23, 2026

The school field trip is quietly disappearing

If you can remember a day from grade school, it may be when you took a field trip to a museum, the state capitol, a farm, or an aquarium. It’s doubtful you’ll mention a pop quiz. Those memories should tell you something about what a field trip is worth. But today, the trip is fad...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 23, 2026

How dating apps made us more suspicious and how it’s changing the way we date

Online dating has transformed how people begin relationships. A while back, people usually met their partners through friends, family, work, or school. This way, they already had some idea about each other. Even if they had never met before, they often had friends in common or kn...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 23, 2026

A busy parent's guide to students using AI

“Just ask your phone.” It’s a common suggestion parents get from their children. Artificial intelligence (AI) now powers many of the tools kids use every day, from search engines and virtual assistants to chatbots and homework help. However, learning how to use these tools effect...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 23, 2026

Que Pasa? brings movies, music, markets this weekend

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- We are well into the year, but you can always rely on KTSM 9 News' Que Pasa to highlight the best events happening across the Borderland every weekend, regardless of the season! From back-to-school gatherings to brew festivals, let’s take a look at these ...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 23, 2026

Bank backed away from lending to YISD

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The Ysleta Independent School District is on the search once again for a lender that will provide them with $32 million for the upcoming school year. The district is looking to fund payroll and operational expenses while waiting on money from the state of...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 23, 2026

3 Las Cruces students earn National Merit Scholarships

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the winners of college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships, including three graduates from Las Cruces Public Schools. LCPS officials said the scholarships recognize students who have demonstrate...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 22, 2026

Summer scams are heating up: Here are the red flags people miss

As you toil away at work or school through the cold winter months, it’s nice to have a vacation to look forward to. You deserve a relaxing getaway to a white, sandy beach or the crisp, refreshing air of the mountains. Here’s a hard pill to swallow, though: Scammers don’t take vac...

KVIA ABC-7Jul 22, 2026

Canutillo ISD to host registration event with pan dulce

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Parents who have not yet finalized their children's registration for the 2026-2027 school year are invited to this sweet event. Canutillo Independent School District will be hosting a Pan Dulce & Registration event from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 25...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 22, 2026

EPCC professor named 2026 Woody and Gayle Hunt-Aspen Fellow

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- An English professor at El Pao Community College's Rio Grande Campus was selected as the 2026 Woody and Gayle Hunt-Aspen Institute Fellow. Minerva Laveaga Luna is the 2026 Woody and Gayle Hunt-Aspen Institute Fellow. As an English professor and advisor to...

KTSM 9 News (NBC)Jul 22, 2026