Fort Bliss' Aviation Brigade soaring in two theaters overseas

From Maj. Gen. Dana Pittard's commentary, "Thoughts while working out in the gym:"

Brad Taylor named El Paso Triple-A team manager

Brad Taylor has been named General Manager of the new El Paso Triple-A baseball team, officially starting in his post on May 28, 2013. The announcement was made today by MountainStar Sports Group President, Alan Ledford.

NMSU's Olive and Rodriguez tabbed NCFA All-Region

New Mexico State softball players Staci Rodriguez and Amber Olive were named to the All-Pacific Region first and second team, respectively, as announced by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) on Thursday, May 16.

David Beckham retires

David Beckham, one of the most iconic soccer stars of his generation, has announced his retirement. His decision comes days after the 38-year-old won his latest title with French club Paris Saint-Germain.

Obama: Pentagon leaders 'ashamed' over sexual assaults plaguing military

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Cause of catastrophic Texas explosions remains mystery

(CNN) -- Investigators have not ruled out an intentional fire being behind explosions at a fertilizer plant in the small town of West that left 15 people dead, the Texas fire marshal said Thursday.

Teen arrested in suspected burglary ring

Socorro police have made another arrest in connection with a suspected burglary ring. 18-year-old Diego Barrientos was arrested for allegedly receiving and possessing stolen property from a home in Socorro.

Plans for new Walmart hit a roadblock

The city's planning commission has voted against a zoning proposal that would allow a Walmart to be built in Central El Paso. The proposed store would be built at the intersection of Montana and Chelsea where Chicos Tacos now sits.

El Paso firefighters kick off "Fill the Boot"

The annual Muscular Dystrophy Association's fill the boot drive starts Friday, so Thursday a kick-off celebration was held at Firefighter Memorial Park. The fill the boot drive will run through May 27th.

Study reveals unhealthy lifestyle with job stress can affect your heart

A new study reveals an unhealthy lifestyle combined with job stress is taking a toll on more Americans.

Fundraiser planned for owner of burned building

A fundraiser is being planned for the owner of a building that was destroyed in a fire last week in Central El Paso. The building caught fire last Friday at around 3:30 in the morning.

Hewlett Packard 2-day hiring fair

Hewlett Packard is looking to hire several people specifically those with a degree in computer science. Workforce Solutions Upper Rio Grande will be hosting a 2-day hiring fair at Norman Haley Employment Center.

Fort Bliss unveils new machine aimed to provide seamless energy

Officials unveiled the first Department of Defense's microgrid. A piece of technology integrating renewable energy to create what officials call 'energy security.'

Cause of catastrophic Texas explosions remains mystery

Investigators have not ruled out an intentional fire being behind explosions at a fertilizer plant in the small town of West that left 15 people dead, the Texas fire marshal said Thursday.

Ambrosio Guillen inspires new generation

It's an honor many years in the making.  Thursday, Guillen Middle School's namesake, Ambrosio Guillen was posthumously given his Bowie High School diploma. Students say their view of the school changed today.