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Dust storms take over El Paso

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • March 28, 2025
After eight dust storms put the 915 in a "Dune"-like environment, The Prospector sat down with Univision 26 weatherman Aldo Acosta to break down why 2025's dust storms have been unprecedented and explore their possible causes.
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The board's decision to cut staff positions and fine arts programs sparked strong opposition from educators, parents and students.

Socorro ISD approves mass layoffs of 300 employees following $38 million budget deficit

Daniela Ordaz, Contributor/Writer • March 17, 2025
A school board meeting was held on February. 19 at 6 p.m. at the District Service Center, where several parents, students and supporters of the SISD community pleaded with the school board to not eliminate fine arts programs to deal with a budget deficit. After a five-hour long meeting, the school board voted 3-2 to reduce staff, increase class sizes and make cuts to the fine arts program.
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A Juan Gabriel impersonator performs at 'Together Juntos' to offer the attendees some musical relief as they collect information on organizations and services that may be helpful to them.

The more you know, the more you grow: ‘Together-Juntos’

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • March 14, 2025
On Feb. 16 Border Network for Human Rights hosted “Together Juntos” a community civic and resource fair where 30 plus local service providers shared resources and valuable information to the community.
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With the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) being located at the heart of the U.S-Mexico border with students from both El Paso and Ciudad Juarez attending classes, concerns began to rise amongst students regarding the future of the Trump administration’s plans for deportation, and what will happen if federal immigration agencies raid or conduct arrests on campus.

UTEP students are responding to new immigration orders and regulations

Daniela Ordaz, Contributor/Writer • February 21, 2025
With President Donald Trump’s new mass deportation plans in effort to remove undocumented individuals in the United States, Trump has allowed for immigration enforcement officers to arrest migrants at safe locations such as schools and churches. With UTEP being home to a large majority of students who cross the border every day to attend classes, concerns grow over how this will affect some students.
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The Women’s Volunteer organization gathered on Feb. 8 at Madeline Park to inspire kindness and community involvement. Founded by Karmen Corona, the organization creates a safe space for women and encourages them to give back through volunteer efforts and acts of kindness.

Paying kindness forward through the Women’s Volunteer Organization

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • February 19, 2025
The UTEP Women’s Volunteer Organization makes an impact by providing a safe space for women and offering a hand to those in need. President of the organization, Karmen Corona, keeps her grandfather’s legacy alive by creating a community of women to pay kindness forward.
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El Paso Animal Services provides animals in their care with a safe temporary environment, with a goal of getting all the animals adopted.

Sharing love to pets in need of a safe home

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Editor-in-Chief • February 10, 2025
El Paso Animal Services has seen an increase of dogs and cats being sent into their shelters.
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A demonstrator raises a sign reading "Migration is not illegal" during a Jan. 29 protest.

El Paso community comes together in wake of unprecedented political climate

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • February 10, 2025
The El Paso community came together at Memorial Park on Wednesday, Jan. 29 to support immigrants in the current sociopolitical climate. Many shared stories, tears and resources to hold onto community during a rough era.
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The effects of executive orders on the southern border

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 4, 2025
Policy changes aren’t just headlines—they impact real people, including UTEP students. The Prospector breaks down what President Trump's recent executive orders mean for El Paso, Texas.
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Pedestrian walks in downtown El Paso where small businesses are struggling to keep up with higher rents.

Unveiling gentrification in the Sun City

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • January 24, 2025
With many El Pasoans enjoying Bad Bunny’s new album, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,” many may miss that El Paso has more in common with the Latin singer’s island of Puerto Rico than we think.
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Renard Johnson was elected as the first Black mayor of El Paso Jan. 7. Photo courtesy of City of El Paso

Hands of El Paso: Newly elected Mayor Renard Johnson is reframing El Paso, plans for new opportunities

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • January 22, 2025
Renard Johnson was sworn into office on Jan. 6th and now serves as El Paso’s first Black mayor. He describes his plans for office, his priorities include safety, education, economic opportunity and investing in El Paso’s tourism and entertainment.
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Aneley Muñoz with her childhood photos and blanket as she takes time to reflect on her relationship with Spanish as an adult.

A love letter to Spanish from ‘No Sabo’ kids

Dominique Macias, Staff Photographer • December 13, 2024
There is a lot to unlearn, and to grasp the concept from both no Sabo kids and the older generation. This final part is a love letter to all, especially to the older generations of Hispanics and most importantly to Spanish; there is so much more life to be lived.
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The County Attorney’s office filed a suit Feb. 23 against RCI Holdings, former owners of Jaguars and current owners of Chicas Locas.

Legal Battle Ends: El Paso County and Chicas Locas reach preliminary agreement

Alyda Muela, Web Editor • December 3, 2024
A court hearing was held Nov. 25 that resulted in a tentative settlement between El Paso County and newly established Chicas Locas Bikini Bar. A finalized agreement will be presented to a judge on Dec. 6.
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