El Paso County · issues
Topics getting the most attention in El Paso County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Local boxing gyms are being highlighted for their role in keeping at-risk youth off the streets and providing mentorship.
El Paso is swapping César Chávez Day for a new 'Community & Labor Heritage Day' on the city calendar. It’s a move to broaden the focus of the holiday to cover a wider range of local labor history and community milestones.
El Paso’s health officials are struggling to get ICE to share data on illnesses inside local detention centers. This lack of transparency makes it way harder for our doctors to stop potential outbreaks before they spread to the rest of the community.
Two EPISD board members just walked out after massive budget cuts, leaving a power vacuum right when the district needs leadership most. This matters because these seats control your tax dollars and dictate how the district navigates its current financial mess.
El Paso ISD is officially handing out layoff notices, and union reps are warning staff not to quit so they don't lose their unemployment benefits. If you've got kids in the district, expect some major changes to staffing and classroom support very soon.
El Paso ISD is facing a massive budget shortfall that’s threatening to cut programs and resources right where it matters most: the classroom. It’s a messy situation that could change how your local schools operate and potentially impact your tax bill.
El Paso is shrinking faster than any other city in Texas, and that’s a big deal for our local budget and city services. With fewer people paying into the system, we might see cuts to the projects and amenities we rely on every day.
El Paso’s recent measles scare showed that federal agencies and local hospitals aren't talking to each other well enough. This communication gap delayed our response, putting the whole community at risk longer than we should have been.
El Paso County is experimenting with new land reclamation techniques in the Horizon area to clear the way for future housing or public spaces. It’s a major move to see how the county plans to handle our rapid growth and limited space.
The feds are currently reviewing the contract for El Paso’s ICE facility, which could lead to major shifts in how it operates right here in our backyard. It’s a situation worth watching if you care about how federal policy impacts our local infrastructure and community resources.
Measles is spreading in El Paso, with 17 cases popping up mostly tied to a local detention center. It’s a good time to double-check your vaccination records and stay alert while health officials track the situation.
El Paso County residents are pushing back against a proposed mosque, turning a routine zoning request into a heated local debate. The county planning commission is now expected to step in and decide whether the project gets the green light.
The federal government is dropping $123 million to turn local warehouses into a massive new ICE detention center. It’s a huge move that’s going to stir up some serious debates about how our city handles border policy and resources.
The commission is updating how attendance is tracked and managed for county employees to ensure fairness and consistency.
A new data center wants to set up shop in El Paso, but they’re planning to run on natural gas, which has locals worried about pollution and grid stability. It’s a classic tug-of-war between chasing tech-sector jobs and keeping our air clean and the lights on.
A winter storm is rolling through El Paso today, causing school delays and messy roads. Make sure to check your district's site before you head out so you aren't caught off guard.
El Paso’s political landscape is shifting as Republicans gear up to challenge the city's long-standing Democratic stronghold in the 2026 elections. This cycle could be a turning point for local leadership and the future direction of our county government.
Texas voters just greenlit all 17 proposed constitutional amendments, meaning big changes are coming to your property taxes and local infrastructure. Even with low voter turnout, these updates are now locked into the state constitution.
El Paso is looking at a much slower growth rate than we previously thought, which changes the game for how we build new schools and housing. Instead of prepping for a massive boom, the city needs to pivot its long-term strategy to match this more realistic, steady pace.
El Paso is currently topping the charts for the worst air pollution in the region, and experts warn it’s only going to get tougher to breathe this year. Expect more health alerts and a major push for city officials to finally crack down on local environmental rules.