El Paso Water Confirms Meta Contract Finalized in 2023
Utility provides written statement after social media exchange with local coalition
Legendary Mexican Rock Band Elefante Celebrates 30 Years with El Paso Tour Stop
Gusty, Dusty Conditions Persist in El Paso
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.
Weather
El Paso Pauses Curbside Recycling Due to High Winds
Trash collection continues, but recycling pickup suspended through Thursday

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
Travel
Geopolitics Can Disrupt Flights Without Warning
Global conflicts and foreign policy decisions can significantly impact air travel, leading to longer routes, higher costs, and flight disruptions.

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.
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
Entertainment
Paul Cicala Departs ABC-7 KVIA El Paso
Longtime anchor cites health concerns and family needs as reasons for leaving the station

BTS Announces Livestream Performance and Documentary on Netflix
K-pop superstars BTS to premiere new album 'Arirang' with global livestream and behind-the-scenes documentary.
Santana and The Doobie Brothers Announce Joint Tour, Coming to El Paso
Legendary rock acts team up for the Oneness Tour, including a stop at the Don Haskins Center on August 26th.