Lifestyle
El Paso Gears Up for Mardi Gras 2026 Celebrations
Downtown block party and other festivities set for February 17th
UTEP Breaks Spring Enrollment Record with Nearly 25,000 Students
University sees strong growth across undergraduate and graduate programs
Heart-Shaped Foods and Desserts for Valentine's Day in El Paso
New cocktail lounge Nueve Uno Cinco opens in Downtown El Paso with creative drinks honoring the city's history.
Travel
Chaos at El Paso Airport as FAA Cancels and Then Resumes Flights
Travelers faced confusion and frustration over the sudden airspace closure and reopening
FAA Abruptly Closes and Reopens El Paso Airspace, Causing Chaos
The federal agency cited 'special security reasons' for the temporary shutdown, which lasted less than 8 hours before being lifted.
All Flights at El Paso Airport Halted for 10 Days Over Security Concerns
The FAA has issued a temporary flight restriction, citing unspecified "special security reasons".
Weather
Deadly Pileup on Colorado Highway as High Winds Fuel Wildfire Risks
Powerful winds across the Southwest and Great Plains prompt warnings of rapidly spreading wildfires and hazardous driving conditions.
Gusty Winds, Blowing Dust Expected in El Paso
First Alert issued as strong gusts up to 50 mph forecast for 4 consecutive days
Gusty Winds and Blowing Dust Expected in Borderland This Week
High Wind Watches and Warnings Issued as Westerly Gusts Could Reach 70 MPH
Politics
Federal Government Briefly Pauses Air Travel Into El Paso
Experts discuss what the incident says about border security and the lives of El Pasoans
Trump's Deportation Warehouse System Mirrors Concentration Camp History
The government has begun constructing a multibillion-dollar detention camp system, raising concerns about human rights violations.
Columbia Heights Dad Detained by ICE in Alleged Fake Breakdown Sting
Family and neighbors say ICE agents staged a car breakdown to draw out and detain the father, leaving his six children at home.
Health
El Paso Issues 'Unhealthy' Air Quality Alert
Over 600,000 residents urged to stay indoors due to dangerous particulate matter levels
GLP-1s Plus Progestins Tied to Lower Endometrial Cancer Risk
Study finds combination therapy associated with two-thirds lower risk compared to progestins alone
Popular El Paso Sports Bar Cited for Health Violations
Inspectors find multiple issues at local brewery during routine check
