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El Pasoans shocked by electric bills; City Council to take action protecting ratepayers
By Jesus Baltazar at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 18, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - El Pasoans turned to their air conditioning units to stay cool as temperatures rose over the last few weeks. And electric bills are also on the rise, prompting shock among homeowners and renters. Shoppers making their way to grocery stores noted the higher costs on El Paso ...
Key takeaway Shoppers making their way to grocery stores noted the higher costs on El Paso Electric bills during [...
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Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - El Pasoans turned to their air conditioning units to stay cool as temperatures rose over the last few weeks. And electric bills are also on the rise, prompting shock among homeowners and renters. Shoppers making their way to grocery stores noted the higher costs on El Paso...
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