PBS El Paso

PBS El Paso Formerly , but still the same PBS station offering quality programming to the El Paso region for over 40 yrs. Follow us to find your community

PBS El Paso is founded on the belief that media can do more – that it can foster discovery, inspire empowerment, and build understanding in our increasingly diverse, complex, and ever-changing world. Origin
The El Paso Public Television Foundation, a non-profit organization, began broadcasting non-commercial educational television in the El Paso area in 1978 as KCOS-TV, Channel 13. Viewers
KCOS-TV

's signal reaches a potential audience of 2 million people in three states and two countries: Texas, New Mexico, and Chihuahua, Mexico. Programming
Each weekday, KCOS provides over 10 hours of children programming that helps develop reading, math and science skills. It provides 17 hours a day, 7 days a week of public television, including the PBS Schedule, regional and national program acquisitions, and local productions. Sponsorship
KCOS-TV maintains the highest quality programming for its viewers through support generated from various corporations, foundations, and individuals. KCOS- TV has a membership of over 4,500 and counting. If you enjoy KCOS-TV's educationally enriched programming, we invite you to join us in celebrating our 35th anniversary by becoming a member TODAY! Donations from members and viewers like you represent the single largest source of support for public television stations such as KCOS-TV. Call (915) 594-5346 or visit www.kcostv.org for more information on how you can become a member.

08/15/2025

Join us + Arthur tomorrow morning from 9–11 AM at the Kendra Scott store on North Mesa for our special give-back event! Can’t make it in the morning? No problem, you can still shop in-store or online all weekend to support PBS El Paso.

🛍️ In-store shopping after our event: Let your Kendra Scott stylist know you’re shopping for PBS El Paso so 20% of your purchase goes directly to us! 💙

👩🏻‍💻 Online shopping: Enter the code GIVEBACK-JNWMH at checkout.

With federal funding for public media now eliminated, your support means more than ever. The more you shop this weekend, the more we can keep our programs strong for our community. 💙

You can also donate anytime at kcostv.org.

08/14/2025

At PBS El Paso, we’re committed to making a difference in our community, including helping long-stay shelter pets find their furever homes. 🐶❤️ Julie from El Paso Animal Services shares why she values PBS and how our adoption awareness series, The Waiting Tails, is helping these pets get a second chance.

By joining PBS El Paso’s Exclusive Pets Club, you’re not just supporting public media, you’ll help shelter pets in El Paso find their furever homes! Plus enjoy perks like station membership and exclusive PBS El Paso pet swag.

Donate and join: kcostv.org/support/pets-club

🚨 Only 4 days left of our Pledge Drive! Help us reach our goal by August 17! With federal funding now eleminated we need your support more than ever to help bridge that gap, join our pets club today and support the programming that informs, inspires, and strengthens our community.

We had so much fun! Join us again tomorrow at 10 am at Judge Marquez Library 😊
08/13/2025

We had so much fun! Join us again tomorrow at 10 am at Judge Marquez Library 😊

08/12/2025

Join us in-store on Saturday, August 16 from 9–11AM at the Kendra Scott store located at 6801 N. Mesa St., or shop online all weekend at kendrascott.com using the giveback code: GIVEBACK-JNWMH. Come by and shop while the kids play a fun dance game, PLUS don't miss out on meeting Arthur!

✨ 20% of your purchase will directly support PBS El Paso, the more support we get, the more funds we raise! We hope to see you there!💙

08/09/2025

PBS El Paso’s Pledge Drive starts now through August 17! With federal funding for public media now eliminated, your support is more important than ever. Donate today at kcostv.org and help bridge the gap and keep trusted, local programming alive for our community.

Learn more at kcostv.org/pledge. 💙

Did you know this about El Paso?In case you didn’t, swipe and discover the one and only Dave’s A Pawn Shop, and check ou...
08/09/2025

Did you know this about El Paso?

In case you didn’t, swipe and discover the one and only Dave’s A Pawn Shop, and check out our Only in El Paso episode, “Dave’s,” for more on this iconic local business. The episode is currently pinned to our profile, or you can watch it anytime at kcostv.org.

We’d also like to take a moment to dedicate this episode to Larry Baron, a kind soul we had the pleasure of speaking with during the making of this episode. His memory lives on in the impact he made on our community. 🤍



With federal funding for public media now eliminated, your support is more important than ever. Help PBS El Paso continue creating local content like this by making a donation at kcostv.org 💙

08/03/2025

Their lives were stolen, but their memory lives on, carried by the love and strength of the borderland. We remember the 23 we lost on August 3rd. ❤️

PBS KIDS Free Family Movie Day! 🎉Join us at Premiere Cinemas at Bassett Place for a special screening of PBS newest TV s...
08/01/2025

PBS KIDS Free Family Movie Day! 🎉

Join us at Premiere Cinemas at Bassett Place for a special screening of PBS newest TV shows crossover Daniel Visit Someplace Else!

📅 August 23 at 12 PM
📍 Premiere Cinemas, Bassett Place
💙 Plus — FREE school readiness resources (while supplies last)!

It’s fun, educational, and totally FREE — perfect for the whole family! 💛

🚨 A brand new episode of The El Paso Physician premieres TONIGHT at 7PM! Hear directly from local medical professionals ...
07/31/2025

🚨 A brand new episode of The El Paso Physician premieres TONIGHT at 7PM! Hear directly from local medical professionals as they discuss low-doe radiation treatment 📺 Don’t miss it! Tonight at 7PM on channel 13, on pbselpaso.org or YouTube.com/.

This program was underwritten by Rio Grande Cancer Specialists

El Paso Physician is made possible by the ⚕️

07/30/2025

We’ve all heard of radiation therapy as a treatment for cancer, but have you heard of it being used for benign conditions like chronic pain? In this week’s episode of El Paso Physician, we’re diving into how radiation medicine is offering relief without the need for surgery or scalpels.

🗓️ Premieres TOMORROW at 7PM July 31, on Channel 13
📩 Got questions about the conversation? Email [email protected]

This program was underwritten by Rio Grande Cancer Specialists .
The El Paso Physician is made possible by the ⚕️

While the Monsoon Season offers a break from the heat, it also brings flash flooding risks and hazardous driving conditi...
07/29/2025

While the Monsoon Season offers a break from the heat, it also brings flash flooding risks and hazardous driving conditions⛈

Here are some easy tips for you to keep safe!

Address

7500 Viscount Blvd., C33
El Paso, TX
79925

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19152496050

Website

https://protectmypublicmedia.org/, https://donate.kcostv.org/kcos/donate

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