Tony Ruiz

Reporter · El Paso, TX

Tony Ruiz is an experienced health reporter in El Paso, having spent 9 years covering health issues for local outlets including KTSM 9 News. He holds a degree from the University of Texas at El Paso and is passionate about health equity and community well-being. His work focuses on access to healthcare and public health trends.

5 stories from Tony Ruiz in El Paso

Health

Health insurance hikes hit El Paso school employees, some consider leaving jobs

El Paso’s two biggest school districts are hiking health insurance premiums. Socorro ISD approved increases up to $4,498 a year by 2027 after Prop A failed, while EPISD workers warn January hikes could price staff out.

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Fundraiser to help hospitalized El Paso firefighter Juan Martin II

El Paso firefighter Juan Martin II has been hospitalized 3 months after a bowel obstruction caused sepsis and multiple surgeries. A fundraiser Saturday at The Cactus Owl will feature a parade, food, music and raffles.

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1 injured after motorcycle and Tesla collide at Redd Road and Southwestern in West El Paso

Motorcycle and Tesla collide at Redd Road and Southwestern in West El Paso Friday morning. One person was hospitalized with serious injuries, officials said. Details remain limited.

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Socorro ISD employee health insurance cost rise +$100 a month after tax proposal rejected

Socorro ISD employees could see health insurance premiums jump by $100+ a month after voters rejected a $49M tax proposal. The board moved ahead with a plan holding district contributions flat as cuts begin.

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Hospitals of Providence announces 24-hour Emergency Room Crossroads for Upper Valley

Hospitals of Providence plans a 24-hour ER at 8041 N. Mesa St. in El Paso’s Upper Valley for adults and children, with on-site imaging and labs. Leaders cite I-10 construction/traffic; no opening date yet.

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