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Fort Bliss soldier Pfc. Christian Alvarado gets 18 years in sexual assault cases

Fort Bliss soldier Pfc. Christian Alvarado was sentenced after being convicted in sexual assault cases.
Study: Female soldiers at Fort Hood and Fort Bliss faces highest risks of sexual assault

A new Rand Corp. study found that female soldiers at Fort Hood and Fort Bliss faced the highest risk of sexual assault.
Critics denounce Abbott's 'invasion' rhetoric on immigration, saying it will incite violence

El Paso legislators denounce Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's "invasion" rhetoric on immigration, saying it could incite violence.
Separated families embrace in Rio Grande between El Paso, Mexico for Hugs Not Walls

"Hugs Not Walls" is hosted by the Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR) and Reform Immigration for Texas Alliance (RITA).
El Paso Pride 2021 gallery

El Pasoans celebrate Pride day at Raves club during the 15th Annual El Paso Sun City Pride Block Party on June 19.
El Pasoans celebrate Pride 2021 at block party kicking off summer events

Thousands of El Pasoans celebrate LGBTQ Pride day at a block party for 15th Annual El Paso Sun City Pride.
El Paso coronavirus update: Nine new COVID-19 cases reported Sunday

Here is the latest news on the coronavirus in El Paso. We'll be updating this story throughout the day. News tip? Email [email protected]
El Paso pedestrian dies in vehicle collision on Alameda Avenue in the Lower Valley

El Paso police investigate fatal pedestrian collision in the Lower Valley.
'Hugs not Walls' event reunites separated Mexican families at U.S./Mexico border

Despite their immigration status, migrants from Mexico were allowed to meet with family for a few minutes on the international boundary.
Texas DPS officer in El Paso dies after recent hospitalization with COVID-19

Funeral services are set for 4 p.m., Tuesday, June 22, at Abundant Living Faith Center, 7100 Desert Blvd.
Spectrum to add 929 jobs at El Paso call centers, city report shows

City to provide $309,168 in tax rebates, other incentives under pending agreement with company.
Have you seen El Paso's most wanted fugitives for week of June 20, 2021?

Anyone with information on the profiled fugitives may call 915-566-8477. Callers may remain anonymous and are eligible for a cash reward.
Iconic Brut and Vitalis brands part of Helen of Troy portfolio sold for $44.7 million

El Paso consumer brands company sells personal-care product lines to better focus on its top-selling brands.
El Paso, Socorro ISDs offer free meals for children

Find out where and how you can pick up meals for your children.
El Paso barber Estine Davis has helped Black community with style for decades

Estine Davis, a local Black barber in El Paso, received a state commendation for her decades of work in the community.
Killer gets life in prison in 2018 Thanksgiving shootings of father, son in El Paso

Jason Aaron Gibson pleaded guilty to one count of each of capital murder, aggravated robbery and aggravated kidnapping Thursday.
Teens arrested in El Paso drive-by shootings; 1 attack witnessed by police detective

Two teens were arrested in an East Side drive-by shooting seen by an El Paso police detective, officials said. Another drive-by also led to arrests.
Estine Eastside Barber Shop

Estine Davis, owner of Estine Eastside Barber Shop, was commended for her work for the community Wednesday.
Texas empties prison to detain immigrants arrested during ramped-up border enforcement

Texas empties prison to prepare to detain immigrants arrested during ramped-up border enforcement
Gov. Greg Abbott signs bill to allow Texans to carry handguns without a permit

House Bill 1927 allows anyone who can legally possess a firearm in Texas to carry a handgun in public without a permit. It goes into effect Sept. 1.
Man dies after East El Paso accident; police say drugs found in truck

The man was driving a Ford F-150 about 2 p.m. Wednesday in the 2900 block of George Dieter Drive before crashing into a utility pole.
Roberto R. Bustamante served Borderland through work with El Paso Water

Roberto R. Bustamante, 94, devoted most of his working career to El Paso Water Utilities and served in a number of leadership roles.
Far East El Paso County strip club shut down as officials allege illegal activities

Find out what El Paso County officials allege was going on at the Outskirts Gentlemen's Club on Darrington Road.
Juneteenth: What to know and how to celebrate Emancipation Day in El Paso

Looking for information on Juneteenth? Here's what to know and do in El Paso for the holiday also known as Emancipation Day.
Gov. Abbott signs into law 'School Safety Bill' championed by Sen. César Blanco of El Paso

Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law the "School Safety Bill" championed by Sen. César Blanco (D-29) of El Paso on Monday.
As 'Remain in Mexico' asylum program winds down, thousands still caught in the lurch

Under the Migrant Protection Protocols, immigration judges deported thousands of asylum seekers 'in absentia' after they failed to show up to hearings
Goats found dead in El Paso desert were killed in New Mexico animal sacrifice ritual

New Mexico investigators traced slaughtered goats and sheep to an animal sacrifice ritual in Chaparral, New Mexico.
Dad of 12 named Father of the Year 1970: Trish Long

In 1970, Dr. William Reynolds Jr. was named Father of the Year. The same year his wife Juanita was named El Paso Mother of the Year.
Anchondo family keeps family business going after sudden loss of father, brother

Tito and Deborah Anchondo keep the family business going after brother is murdered in Aug. 3 Walmart shooting and father dies of a heart attack.
Tito Anchondo reflects on Father's Day as only father figure remaining in his family

Tito Anchondo reflects on Father's Day this year as he celebrates the holiday for the first time as the only father figure remaining in his family.

Grid operator says Texans can return to regular electricity use June 19, 2021
The operator had urged electricity conservation earlier this week as several power generators unexpectedly went offline as temperatures rose this week.
Erin Douglas
With jobless Texans losing access to federal unemployment benefits, some in rural areas can’t find jobs June 19, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott opted Texans out of all additional federal unemployment aid starting June 26. But finding a job hasn't been easy for everyone.
Justin Dehn
Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes funding for Texas Legislature and its staff as punishment for Democrats’ walkout on elections bill June 18, 2021
The governor’s move comes after Democrats walked out of the House in the final days of the regular legislative session to block passage of Senate Bill 7, Abbott’s priority elections bill that would have overhauled voting rights in the state.
Cassandra Pollock
Business leaders on Texas-Mexico border say state politicians ignore community needs while calling for a wall June 18, 2021
Many local officials and business leaders along the border say that the rhetoric is misplaced and that the broader needs of their communities can often get lost.
Mitchell Ferman
Beto O’Rourke tours Texas again to rally Congress to take action on voting rights legislation June 18, 2021
O'Rourke has visited at least 19 cities this month and plans to hold a final rally Sunday at the Texas Capitol in Austin.
Patrick Svitek
Together again: Texans venture out to make up for lost time June 18, 2021
With Texans finally stepping out in public again, we asked photographers across the state to give us a look at people enjoying themselves after the long shutdown.
Texas Tribune Photo Team
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick waffles over whether he still supports stronger gun background checks June 18, 2021
In September 2019, he said he was "willing to take an arrow" and go against the National Rifle Association by pushing for Texas to extend background checks to gun sales between strangers. On Thursday, he sat next to NRA leader Wayne LaPierre as an expansion of gun rights became law.
Patrick Svitek
TribCast: Assessing Texas' power grid and its plans to build a border wall June 18, 2021
On this week's TribCast, Matthew speaks with James, Alexa and Erin about Gov. Greg Abbott's border wall plans, the state power grid and Democrats pushing for voting legislation in Washington.
Matthew Watkins and Michael Rey de Leon
Gov. Greg Abbott makes interim Public Utility Commission appointment June 17, 2021
The nomination comes the same week that ERCOT asked Texans to cut back their electricity use to avoid outages. Cobos’ term will last until Sept. 1
Erin Douglas
Bipartisan group of Texans in the U.S. House support ending president’s authority to use military force in Iraq June 17, 2021
All Texas Democratic members backed the bill, along with five Republicans: U.S. Reps. Michael Burgess of Lewisville, Michael Cloud of Victoria, Lance Gooden of Terrell, Louie Gohmert of Tyler and Chip Roy of Austin.
Abby Livingston