Texas bans SNAP purchases of soda, candy, and sweet drinks starting April 1, 2026.

A motorcycle and passenger vehicle crash in East El Paso left one person with serious injuries on Saturday night. Emergency crews transported the victim to a hospital, and police are investigating the cause, though details remain unclear. Additionally, starting April 1, 2026, Texas SNAP recipients will be banned from using benefits to buy soda, sweetened drinks, and candy, as part of a state initiative to encourage healthier food choices.