Local stories gathered from public news sources while this area builds its own coverage.
The El Paso Public Health Department confirmed the seventh case of neuroinvasive illness from the West Nile virus. Officials urged residents to take precautions due to increased mosquito activity after recent rains. They recommended following the "Four Ds" to prevent bites.
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A federal judge struck down new FEMA funding rules that linked public safety grants to election policy requirements for local governments. The ruling benefited six counties and cities, including El Paso, stating DHS and FEMA lacked authority to mandate changes for full federal funding.
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Canutillo High School and Davenport Elementary School are opening as emergency shelters for families affected by storms. The facilities will open at 4 p.m., operated with assistance from the American Red Cross and El Paso City-County Emergency Operation Management District (OEM). Shelters are available to residents in Northwest, Canutillo, and Vinton communities.
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The El Paso Independent School District has canceled all athletic games and fine arts practices scheduled for today due to current weather conditions. These activities will be rescheduled for a later time.
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The Supreme Court let President Donald Trump’s administration continue swiftly deporting people to countries other than their own for now. This temporary lift of lower court requirements comes as the justices consider the legality of the policy. The article notes this amid a sweeping immigration crackdown by the Trump administration.
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The Enrique Moreno County Courthouse and its satellite office closed early because of weather conditions. Additionally, offices providing non-essential services also closed down as of 3 p.m.
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The General Coordination of Road Safety provided 180 services to the community following rainfall. These efforts included tire changes, jump-starting cars, refueling, and relocating stranded vehicles. Authorities urged drivers to use preventive driving measures.
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The City of El Paso is warning residents about mosquito bites after a seventh case of the potentially deadly Neuroinvasive West Nile Virus was confirmed. The latest case involved a man in his 50s from the Socorro area. Residents are urged to practice prevention methods using the four Ds and report standing water sources.
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The Canutillo Independent School District announced an early release for students due to anticipated storms and flooding. Elementary schools are scheduled to dismiss at 2:30, and all afterschool athletic events and extracurricular activities are canceled or postponed.
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El Paso Police arrested Richard Praytor regarding the alleged murder of his mother in El Paso three years ago by running her over. Initially, he told police he found his mother under a vehicle on the 4500 block of Sky Hawk. Investigators later determined that Richard intentionally murdered Maria Praytor.
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The prices for regular gasoline in Ciudad Juárez and El Paso, Texas, are nearly matched, though some differences remain between the two markets. In Ciudad Juárez, the price per liter ranges from 18.39 to 19.39 pesos, compared to 18.30 to 19.92 in the Texan city.
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The United Way of El Paso County will host the third annual Flying Horse Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Giddy Up Fun Run on November 14, 2026. The event features new race courses crossing both Texas and New Mexico. Proceeds support local charitable initiatives through the United Way’s Race for a Cause program.
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