Driver takes off after striking a pedestrian

One person is in the hospital after being hit by a vehicle in east El Paso. The accident happened Friday just after 1:00 a.m. on James Watt and Lee Trevino.

Gen X to be worse off than Boomers in retirement, study finds

Boomers lost a significant chunk of their retirement nest eggs in the recession, but it was members of Generation X who were really hit the hardest, according to a report released Thursday.

Driver falls asleep at wheel, slams into pole

A driver is luckily he was not seriously injured after he slammed into a pole. The crash happened Friday around 3:00 a.m. on Montana and Trowbridge in central El Paso. According to police officers, the driver fell asleep at the wheel.

Participate in a walk to remember this weekend

If you're thinking of working out this weekend, participate in a walk to remember. Head out to the 7th annual Braden Aboud Memorial Run-Walk that's happening Sunday, May 19th.

New Socorro Mayor and Two Socorro Council members sworn-in

The three new members of Socorro City Council took the oath of office Thursday night in front of a crowded room of Socorro residents.

Candidates in EPISD runoff hope to see Board of Managers leave soon

Four candidates will head to a runoff election for two seats on the El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees.

Diablos drop season opener, 9-5

After a fast start in the first inning the Diablos lost a close contest against the Amarillo Sox.

Burglars of Mesilla restaurant sought

A cash reward is being offered for information to help  investigators identify three suspects who burglarized a Mesilla restaurant twice.

Restaurants Find Success with Daily Deals

(StatePoint) With so many options competing for the attention of diners, local restaurants are increasingly having success offering daily deals.

Great Things to do with Dad on Father’s Day

(StatePoint) Not sure what to give your dad for Father’s Day? Classic choices like a tie or cufflinks are nice, but don’t forget to give him the most meaningful gift of all -- quality time.

Public invited for Fort Bliss celebration Saturday

Armed Forces Day activities kick off at 7 a.m. Saturday, May 18, with the Third Annual Armed Forces Day Triathlon which includes a 400-meter swim, a 15-mile bike route and a 5-kilometer run.

DEA makes three more “fake pot” drugs temporarily illegal

Today the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) made the synthetic cannabinoids UR-144, XLR11, and AKB48 Schedule I, illegal drugs under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) for the next two years.

Zoe Saldana responds to weight-y controversy

Not everyone would be OK with their body weight being displayed on the cover of a national magazine, but Zoe Saldana doesn't mind.

Health care official used to lead IRS tax exempt office

Republicans using the Internal Revenue Service scandal to slam health care reform have a new twist in their argument.

Thirty-Five UTEP student-athletes to graduate on Saturday

A total of 35 past and present UTEP student-athletes will graduate from the university on Saturday.