How to qualify for Biden’s new student loan forgiveness plan
By Chandelis Duster, CNN President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced his plan to address student loan debt, which includes debt forgiveness for…
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“Suspect in Custody” after EPCC threat that put Northwest Early College, Canutillo High Schools on lockdown
UPDATE: A Canutillo spokesman says CISD police identified the source of the threat and placed the subject under arrest, and turned the subject over…
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Biden announces student loan relief for borrowers making less than $125,000 after months of intense internal debate
(CNN) — President Joe Biden announced his plan for forgiving student debt for some borrowers Wednesday afternoon, which includes forgiving $10,000…
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El Paso area school districts have not received “In God We Trust” posters for display in classrooms
EL PASO, Texas – A new Texas law requires Texas schools to display “In God We Trust” posters if they are donated to school districts. …
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AP sources: Biden set to announce $10,000 federal student loan cancellation Wednesday
The Associated PressWASHINGTON WASHINGTON (AP) — AP sources: Biden set to announce $10,000 federal student loan cancellation Wednesday for many,…
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UTEP welcoming students back for the 2022 Fall semester
EL PASO, Texas – Monday, August 22nd marks the first day of classes for the 2022 fall semester at UTEP. The university has announced that this year…
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Fall semester underway for NMSU students
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The fall semester is in full swings for students at New Mexico State University. The new school year kicked off on…
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Schools Are Looking in Unusual Places to Deal With Teacher Shortage
Students are heading back-to-school but not all teachers are. Nationwide, school districts are dealing with what many administrators are calling the…
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Canutillo ISD preparing to ask the school board to call for bond election
EL PASO, Texas — Canutillo ISD is preparing a bond proposal for the school board to vote on, next Monday. The proposals inside the bond include…
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Chaparral Middle School students start school year with a national robotics competition title
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico — While Gadsden ISD is focusing on making sure the new school year is running smooth, the district is also celebrating its…
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Las Cruces man threatened to burn building at NSMSU, according to complaint
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces man is accused of threatening to burn a building at New Mexico State University. John Oliver Hamilton, 54,…
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New Mexico State University E-Sports hosts open house
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Competitive gaming has gained real traction in recent years, and New Mexico State University has an entire organization…
Continue ReadingOfficials refuse to answer key questions about Uvalde response probes as anger grows
As students prepare to go back to school, Uvalde parents expressed their frustration to the school district after they shared their new security…
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Keeping kids safe: Las Cruces charter school implementing extra safety precautions
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — In the wake of the Uvalde massacre, children’s safety while at school is on the mind of many parents across the country.…
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NM State athletics hosting happy hour to celebrate new partnership with FARMesilla
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — “Aggie Corner” will be unveiled Thursday at FARMesilla in Mesilla, NM from 4 to 7 p.m., which is being described as a…
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New Mexico parents set to serve as patrol for schools
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Gadsden Independent School District is now recruiting parents to help patrol schools. The program would be called “Parents…
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Borderland teachers training in case of an emergency
EL PASO, Texas – ‘Stop the Bleed’ is special training for medical professionals to help anyone be prepared to save a life. “The more people that we…
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Two teams are making every minute count ahead of week 1 of high school football, even if that means practicing at midnight
EL PASO, Texas — As of Monday, every high school football team in the Borderland is practicing. Some teams began back last week, but those who…
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Anthony ISD receives several grants for student programs, teacher incentives this school year
ANTHONY, Texas — Anthony ISD if one the smallest districts in the county welcoming back about 800 students this year. The district is investing in a…
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Robb Elementary Principal accepts new position in Uvalde School District
(CNN)- The principal of Robb Elementary, the site of the Uvalde School Massacre, has accepted a new position. Mandy Gutierrez will be taking a…
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The growth of a game turned sport is providing a new wave of opportunities for kids that aren’t your typical athlete
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Esports have been around for years and they’ve grown to a point where you can use the sport to get an education. For the…
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SISD working on new bus tracking system after 6 students were dropped off at wrong locations
EL PASO, Texas — The superintendent of the Socorro Independent School District is speaking out after multiple students were dropped off at wrong…
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ABC-7 XTRA: Private schools, Charter Schools tackle learning loss
EL PASO, Texas — What started as a two-week lockdown turned into months on end of online learning. The pandemic isn’t over. With students returning…
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Brown Middle School was on lockout after report of subject with a gun call
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso Independent School District officials say a lockout has been lifted at the school, and reports of an incident of a subject…
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Inflation takes a bite out of your back-to-school shopping
Editor’s note: Submit your back-to-school photos here. EL PASO, Texas– Parents and students are getting ready for the new school year… but…
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7-year-old El Paso girl dropped off at wrong bus stop, found hours later; parents want answers
EL PASO, Texas – The parents of a 7-year-old girl are speaking out after they say their daughter was dropped off at the wrong bus stop, waiting for…
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Socorro ISD holds ribbon-cutting for brand new school, hoping to alleviate overflow problems in the district
EL PASO, Texas — Socorro ISD held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Ben Narbuth Elementary, hoping to alleviate overflow problems in the district. SISD…
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The Great Khalid Foundation to distribute backpacks to Riverside Middle School students
EL PASO, Texas — The Great Khalid Foundation is back to help students with the new school year. The foundation will be at Riverside…
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Some Socorro ISD parents say kids are turned away due to overcrowding
EL PASO, Texas– As thousands of Borderland children head back to school this week, some parents say schools aren’t able to place their kids in the…
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How to talk to your kids about back-to-school safety concerns
EL PASO, Texas — A new school year is meant to be an exciting time, but it can also be filled with anxiety for some. This school year, safety is top…
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