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Texas Senate passes tax bill with homestead exemption increase, teacher pay raise

All 31 senators joined in support of the measure, which is expected to add $3.2 billion to the existing $18 billion earmarked for property tax relief.

 

6 people dead from fungal meningitis outbreak after receiving cosmetic procedures in Mexico

At least six people who underwent cosmetic procedures such as liposuction in Mexico have been killed as a result of a fungal meningitis outbreak.

 

Election 2024: James Montoya announces second bid for DA, second candidate to announce

Former Assistant District Attorney James Montoya is again seeking the highest law enforcement seat in West Texas.

 

El Paso Walmart mass shooter: What to know before July 5 federal sentencing

The admitted white supremacist who pleaded guilty to fatally shooting 23 people and injuring dozens more at an El Paso Walmart in 2019 is expected to be sentenced to life in prison.

 

Texas GOP condemns Republicans who voted to impeach Ken Paxton. How much will it matter?

While Republicans are in full control of Texas, some warn that the grassroots cannot be overlooked or ignored.

 

Help wanted: Labor shortage hits hard in rural West Texas as US slams door on migrants

While Borderland ranches and restaurants in Far West Texas clamor for workers, tens thousands of migrants are denied job opportunities in the U.S.

 

El Pasoans find ways to cool off during soaring summer temperatures: see photos

El Pasoans cool off for the summer inside libraries and cooling centers and at water and spray parks around the city.

 

Gov. Greg Abbott calls second special session, asks lawmakers to eliminate property taxes

Patrick has already been adamant against eliminating the state's property tax, saying earlier this month the governor is being reeled in to endorsing the idea.

 

Haze returns to Borderland as Juárez landfill catches fire again

Juárez firefighters were fighting a fire at a landfill since 2 a.m. Tuesday.

 

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