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No City Wants To Land On This List, But We're Quite Sure There Will Be Lots Of Folks In Other Texas Towns Who Will Object To Not Being On It. While there's PLENTY of land and space in Texas, most of its residents reside in what's called "The Texas Triangle" of cities from Dallas to Houston back over to San Antonio and back up I-35 to Austin, Waco and back to the Metroplex.

Eidson Road, a suburban enclave of Eagle Pass in Maverick County, Texas, has been identified as the worst place to live in the state according to a study by 24/7 Wall St. The analysis, which used data from the Census Bureau, the FBI, and the CDC, points to severe economic, community, and quality of life issues. A staggering 34.8% of its 9,461 residents live below the poverty line, and the suburb suffers from a high unemployment rate of 16.3%. These troubling statistics reflect the broader challenges faced by Eidson Road, including its role as an epicenter of immigration issues in the U.S., and its struggle with extreme weather conditions.

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — An event that won't been seen for another two decades is happening next year. We're talking about the total solar eclipse set to pass over the U.S., Mexico and Canada on Monday, April 8, 2024. This type of eclipse happens when the moon passes...

EAGLE PASS, Texas - An elderly man has been reported missing and police are asking for the public's assistance in finding him. Police are on alert trying to find Rosendo "Chendo" Moreno Lopez, 85, who was last seen Friday. Authorities say that Moreno was last seen wearing a white shirt...

Eidson Road, Texas, with its 9,461 residents, has been thrust into the spotlight as the 'worst place to live in the state' by a recent analysis from 24/7 Wall St. This analysis, which used data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the FBI, and the CDC, assessed towns with more than 8,000 people, focusing on the economy, community, and quality of life. Eidson Road's economy is staggering under a 34.8% poverty rate, and over half of its residents lack a high school diploma, underscoring the complex socioeconomic challenges facing small-town America today.

EISD has acknowledged the efforts of its students who participated in the All-State Band process, starting with the All-Region Region 7 Auditions in August. The students prepared individually through recordings, master classes, summer camps, and director assistance. The auditions required significant dedication and hard work.

Two incidents occurred in Eagle Pass, Texas this week. The first incident involves a senior border official filing a complaint, alleging a lack of supervision by US Customs and Border Protection led to the death of an 8-year-old migrant. The second incident involves troopers from the Texas Department of Public Safety rescuing migrants from drowning in the Rio Grande.

The whistleblower was sharply critical of US Customs and Border Protection’s care for migrants, which he alleges violate several laws

Mandatory commercial truck inspections by Texas state troopers have restarted in Eagle Pass, Texas, a border city that is down to just one international bridge for traffic after a migrant surge forced law enforcement to close the other bridge that leads to Mexico.

The City of Eagle Pass, Texas economy has been slammed by double adverse governmental actions at the height of its busiest international trade period of the year, the December-Christmas holiday season, with the partial shutdown of vehicular traffic from Mexico on the Eagle Pass International Bridge No. 1 by the U. S. Department of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on Monday, November 27, 2023 and the reinstatement of commercial vehicle inspections upon tractor-trailers coming into the Eagle Pass Port of Entry from Mexico by the Texas Department of Public Transportation (DPS) on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, causing devastating damages to the local economy allegedly due to the increased number of undocumented immigrants crossing the Rio Grande River into the United States from Mexico at Eagle Pass during the month of November 2023.

The Eagle Pass Independent School District (EPISD) inaugurated its new Transportation Department Multi-Plex Center with a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 with EPISD Board of Trustees Jorge Barrera, President, Hilda P. Martinez-Caballero, Vice-President, Dr. Hector Alvarez, Secretary, Lupita Fuentes, Glenna Purcell, and Christopher Hiller, and Superintendent Samuel Mijares, Deputy Superintendent for District Operations Rolando Salinas, Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction John Cox, Executive Director for Instruction David Camarillo, Executive Director for Human Resources Jesus A. Castillo, Transportation Department Director Humberto Araiza, Executive Director for School Improvement Rene Martinez, Public Information Officer Daniella Byrne, State Representative Humberto Morales, Jr., Eagle Pass Mayor Rolando Salinas, Jr., Eagle Pass City Council Members Mario E. Garcia and Monica J. Cruz, Maverick County Commissioner Precinct 4 Roberto Ruiz, EPISD Transportation Bus Drivers, and other distinguished guests in attendance.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Saturday is $3.247, a week ago the price is $3.259 , according to AAA.

Witness the harrowing footage of Texas state troopers rushing into the Rio Grande to rescue migrants. The video, captured in the Eagle Pass area, raises serious questions about migrant safety and showcases the daily challenges faced by agents and troopers. Viewer discretion is advised.

El Indio, a small Texas town with a name that means 'The Indian' in Spanish, is steeped in the echoes of Native American heritage. Its origins trace back to the mid-19th century with the establishment of the Cazneau Ranch on the banks of Indio Creek. The ranch's later name, Indio Ranch, became the bedrock for the community now known as El Indio, hinting at its connections to indigenous cultures. The town's narrative is rich with significant events, including its role in the Mexican Revolution and the development of its agricultural potential in the early 20th century.

Border Patrol is temporarily suspending cars from crossing the border in Eagle Pass, Texas, and they're also reducing traffic at a crossing in Arizona.

Texas State Troopers and Border Patrol agents heroically saved migrants, including children, from drowning during an illegal crossing near Eagle Pass. Eagle Pass declared a state of emergency following the mass influx of migrants, which has put a strain on the city's resources.

Carrizo Springs, the historical heart of Dimmit County, Texas, heralds its origins to a group of fifteen families from Atascosa County. Founded in 1865 by the pioneering Levi English, the town is a living monument to the resilience and spirit of the American West. The name Carrizo Springs, a nod to the cane grass surrounding the life-giving springs, signifies the town's innate bond with its environment. These springs fostered not just the settlement's growth but also its survival, as the town became a hub for community and governance, with key contributions from Levi English who donated land for essential infrastructure.

EAGLE PASS, Texas - A 5-year-old boy is in the hospital after his 7-year-old brother shot him in the face. Authorities allege that while the two were visiting family in Loma Bonita, the 7-year-old discovered an unsecured .22 caliber firearm and, believing it was a toy, fired it at his little brother, wounding him in the cheek.

No City Wants To Land On This List, But We're Quite Sure There Will Be Lots Of Folks In Other Texas Towns Who Will Object To Not Being On It. While there's PLENTY of land and space in Texas, most of its residents reside in what's called "The Texas Triangle" of cities from Dallas to Houston back over to San Antonio and back up I-35 to Austin, Waco and back to the Metroplex.

EAGLE PASS, Texas - A 5-year-old boy is in the hospital after his 7-year-old brother shot him in the face. Authorities allege that while the two were visiting family in Loma Bonita, the 7-year-old discovered an unsecured .22 caliber firearm and, believing it was a toy, fired it at his little brother, wounding him in the cheek.