Roof flies off home, hits electric pole, causing small fire
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso Fire crews are responding to a small fire in central El Paso. Officials say high winds sent part of a roof flying into an…
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TXDOT urges Transmountain users to seek alternate route
The winds are extremely strong on Transmountain and we have rock debris on top of the submit pass. Seek alternate route if possible and drive safely.…
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High winds close road between Deming and Columbus
DONA ANA County, New Mexico – New Mexico Department of Transportation reports the closure of NM 11 between Deming and Columbus due to the high winds.…
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El Paso areas expecting danger caused by high winds
EL PASO, Texas– A big nearby storm has created strong winds that will affect travel conditions in the east and northeast portions of El Paso. Winds…
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Free bus rides for El Paso County start April 1
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso County Commissioners voted Monday unanimously to approve “Free Rides” through the El Paso County Transit System. The free…
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Washington Post and CBS News: White House records of January 6 show more than seven-hour gap in Trump’s calls
By Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN Official White House records from January 6, 2021, show a gap of more than seven hours in phone calls placed to or…
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Gov. Abbott, TEA announce funding adjustment to sustain in-person learning
AUSTIN, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency announced changes to certain attendance reporting periods for school systems in…
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MIT will once again require applicants to take the SAT or ACT, bucking anti-test movement
By Eric Levenson, CNN The Massachusetts Institute of Technology announced it will once again require applicants to take the SAT or ACT, reversing a…
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US opens second COVID boosters to 50 and up, others at risk
By LAURAN NEERGAARD and MATTHEW PERRONE Associated Press Americans age 50 and older can get a second COVID-19 booster if it’s been at least four…
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El Paso hospitals actively recruiting to attract more healthcare workers, other staff
EL PASO, Texas — As the number of Covid-19 patients continue to decrease, hospitals across the Borderland are looking to address staffing shortages…
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City of Las Cruces, businesses prepared for marijuana legalization Friday
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – Beginning Friday, April 1, people who are older than 21 will be able to legally buy recreational marijuana in the state of…
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Local Comedy Club Owner Believes Smith’s Slap Could Trigger Copycats
EL PASO, Texas-Sunday night’s academy awards made history for many reasons, but one the academy would like to put behind them. It was the slap heard…
Continue Reading Council votes unanimously to reject settlement in lawsuit filed by former lawmaker Joe Pickett
EL PASO, Texas – After the El Paso city council discussed behind closed door a lawsuit filed by former State Representative Joe Pickett, city…
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American Idol contestant Danielle Finn has strong El Paso ties
EL PASO, Texas- As this year’s American Idol competition continues one competitor will be getting many of her votes from the Borderland. Danielle…
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Greg Heiar introduced as the new head coach of the NM State’s men’s basketball program
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – NM State Director of Athletics Mario Moccia introduces 22-year coaching veteran Greg Heiar as the new head coach of NM…
Continue Reading Here’s who’s flying on Thursday’s Blue Origin space launch
By Catherine Thorbecke and Jackie Wattles, CNN Pete Davidson was initially slated to be the next headline-grabbing name to take flight aboard the…
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Ascarate Park is accepting reservations for the picnic shelters for Easter weekend
EL PASO, Texas – Borderland families wanting to celebrate the Easter weekend at Ascarate Park are being urged to make their reservations early to…
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Firefighters save puppy from burning home in central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso Fire Department crews responded to 3008 Louisville Avenue in Central El Paso just after 12:16 p.m. Fire crews were able to…
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Tesla seeks 2nd stock split in less than 2 years
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of Tesla are up sharply after the electric car maker announced its second stock split in less than two years. The company…
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City council hears update on Safe and Secure City Cross-Functional Team
EL PASO, Texas – City Council today received an update on the research and study of best practices for the composition and scope of the El Paso…
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Mesilla educator accused of inappropriately touching special needs student
MESILLA, New Mexico – Authorities arrested an educational assistant at Zia Middle School who they accuse of inappropriately touching a special needs…
Continue Reading New Mexico State picks Greg Heiar as next head men’s basketball coach
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – New Mexico State has hired Chris Jans’ replacement to be the next men’s basketball coach. But it many ways, the hire is…
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ABC-7 Xtra: ‘Canna-biz’ kicks off in New Mexico Friday
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – In just a few short days, adults 21 and over can legally buy recreational marijuana in New Mexico. However, producers worry…
Continue Reading The most talked-about moments of the Oscars
Los Angeles — The brightest night in showbiz gave much to talk about, and plenty of surprises. Here’s a recap, in tweets: Red Carpet Arrivals…
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Thousands without power in west El Paso
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso Electric reported a power outage affecting more than 3,300 customers in El Paso’s west side. The outage was reported just…
Continue Reading Will Smith hit Chris Rock on Oscars telecast
By Lisa Respers France and Stephanie Elam, CNN Chris Rock made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, which did not appear to go over…
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El Paso Catholic Diocese Sunday Mass
El Paso, Texas — Due to an error, the El Paso Catholic Mass scheduled for this Sunday did not air as intended on the El Paso-Las Cruces CW. You can…
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Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino prepares for annual Derby
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico– Preparations for the annual Sunland Park Derby begin after being closed for two years since the pandemic. Officials…
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Western Tech celebrates first nursing graduating class
EL PASO, Texas – Western Tech’s Nursing Class of 2022 walked across the stage today and received their diplomas. The 18 graduates at today’s ceremony…
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Woman has a warning for people using social media: Be vigilant, be very vigilant
EL PASO, Texas – Social media is used by many to reach out to friends and keep in touch with family, but there are many in the community who have…
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