Summary
El Paso is getting a massive economic boost thanks to Meta building a $1.5 billion data center. This huge investment is expected to create a lot of new jobs and supercharge the local economy.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 16
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project funds will be reallocated to District 2 rather than being lost.
Local business owners and residents in the Five Points area.
Workers in entry-level positions and those whose jobs are susceptible to automation.
Mentions & discussions (25)
El Paso 'Quiet Zone' reactivated in Five Points neighborhood
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - The City of El Paso has successfully renewed its railroad quiet zone designation in Central El Paso, meaning Union Pacific Railroad may no longer routinely sound train horns within the designated area. City Representative Josh...
El Paso officials propose pre-inspection requirement for tattoo shop registration renewals
El Paso officials propose pre-inspection requirement for tattoo shop registration renewals KFOX
New Mexico Supreme Court halts Project Jupiter progress
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Oracle has released a statement on Monday, Aug. 24, after the New Mexico Supreme Court paused construction of Project Jupiter in Doña Ana County. “Oracle and its project partners remain committed to developing Project Jupiter ...
City of El Paso recognized for entrepreneurship, workforce
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The City of El Paso has earned three awards for initiatives "strengthening economic resilience, expanding entrepreneurship and preparing the Borderplex workforce for the future," according to a press release by the City. The ...
City of El Paso recognized for entrepreneurship, workforce
City of El Paso recognized for entrepreneurship, workforce KTSM 9 News
Meta backs Gov. Abbott data center standards, won't end El Paso tax deal
Meta backs Gov. Abbott data center standards, won't end El Paso tax deal El Paso Times
Meta opens community engagement manager position for El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Social media giant Meta unveiled the job description and pay for a new community engagement manager position serving the El Paso area. The position was posted to Meta Careers and Indeed recently and provides a first look at wh...
BlackRock takes majority ownership of Meta’s massive El Paso data center. Here’s what to know.
BlackRock takes majority ownership of Meta’s massive El Paso data center. Here’s what to know. El Paso Matters
Gov. Abbott touts housing affordability initiative, calls El Paso a statewide model
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - Governor Greg Abbott was in Socorro Wednesday, August 5, to unveil new proposals aimed at lowering housing costs across Texas. He said the Borderland is already setting the standard for faster and more affordable home construc...
Rep. Acevedo urges new review of El Paso Meta incentives after BlackRock partnership
Rep. Acevedo urges new review of El Paso Meta incentives after BlackRock partnership KFOX
Meta and BlackRock partner on El Paso AI data center
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - Meta announced Tuesday, July 28, that it has entered into a financial partnership with BlackRock to develop and own a major artificial intelligence data center campus in El Paso. Under the agreement, BlackRock, together with G...
UTEP Executive VP, Chief of Staff on next steps to establish region's first law school
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is continuing to take the initial steps to establish the region's first law school. UTEP is currently working to secure philanthropic and business commitments from the El Paso communi...
Popular Building remodel gets another $1 million; Escobar’s GOP challenger reports little fundraising
This week: Popular Building redevelopment receives another $1 million, while a GOP congressional candidate reports little fundraising in this week's El Paso news roundup. The post Popular Building remodel gets another $1 million; Escobar’s GOP challe...
City Council - Jul 7, 2026
Local business owners fought to stop a street reconstruction project they feared would kill their businesses. The Council ultimately listened and canceled the project.
Historic La Tuna federal prison slated for closure as Bureau of Prisons restructures
Federal officials announced the closure of the nearly century-old La Tuna prison, saying employees will be laid off while the agency consolidates operations at facilities across the country. The post Historic La Tuna federal prison slated for closure...
El Paso picked for national economic 'resilience' program
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The City of El Paso has been selected by the National League of Cities (NLC) to participate in the Building Economic Resilience in Communities (BERC) Program, a national initiative aimed at helping local governments strengthe...
META announces community development regional manager position for El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Efforts to cultivate a "community benefits agreement" with social media giant META may still not lead to a deal after a public policy director mentioned no commitments from the company during a timed interview. The owner of Fa...
El Paso wins grant to boost local economic support
El Paso wins grant to boost local economic support El Paso Times
City Council votes to begin negotiating Community Benefits Agreement for Meta data center
City Council votes to begin negotiating Community Benefits Agreement for Meta data center KVIA
El Paso City Council votes to begin negotiating Community Benefits Agreement with Meta
El Paso City Council votes to begin negotiating Community Benefits Agreement with Meta KTSM 9 News
After nine hours of public pressure, El Paso votes to keep its Meta data center deal
After nine hours of public pressure, El Paso votes to keep its Meta data center deal Yahoo
City Council - Apr 28, 2026
The council highlighted the significant economic benefits of the travel and tourism industry to El Paso, including job creation and revenue generation from events and visitors.
City Council - Mar 17, 2026
Concerns were raised about the long-term impact of AI and automation on job markets, with a specific mention of potential job losses and the role of data centers in this trend.
City Council - Mar 3, 2026
A ground lease was approved for a business district at the airport, which could lead to new economic opportunities and services related to general aviation.
Strategic Planning Session - Feb 23, 2026
There's a push to ensure El Paso jobs pay a 'living wage' so residents can afford to live here and build a future. This involves attracting businesses that offer better pay and benefits, and supporting workers in gaining skills for higher-paying roles. The goal is to stop talented people from leaving the city for better opportunities elsewhere.
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