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Gorillaz and guests take on American politics in ‘Humanz’

Gorillaz and guests take on American politics in ‘Humanz’

Eddie Velazquez, Staff Reporter May 2, 2017

The newest album from Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett’s Gorillaz, “Humanz,” features a rich roster of stellar guest appearances and an interesting doomsday take on the current political climate in America. However, a feeling of self-containment for...

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At the Drive-In to perform in El Paso after album release

At the Drive-In to perform in El Paso after album release

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor May 2, 2017

Before the days of pop sensation Khalid stealing the hearts of the local music audience, there was At the Drive-In, a ‘90s punk-rock band comprised of El Paso-bred Omar Rodriguez-Lopez (guitar), Cedric Bixler (vocals), Jim Ward (guitar), Paul Hinojos...

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The revival of Cincinnati Avenue

The revival of Cincinnati Avenue

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter May 2, 2017

Over the years, Cincinnati Avenue seemed to be the place where restaurants and bars went to die. A street that was once the place to be for El Paso’s nightlife was quickly brought to a halt  as other places around the city grew in popularity   and...

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Aaron Jones speaks with Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy while Vurgess sobs.

Aaron Jones: mama’s boy, father’s man, Green Bay Packer

Jason Green, Sports Editor May 2, 2017

Day Two Disappointment The crowd had shown up on Friday night at the Jones’ house in Northeast El Paso, hopeful and exuberant. The second and third round of the draft would be televised and there was plenty of expectation in the air following a first...

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Mack Leftwich saw his UTEP career cut short due to injury, but the former starting quarterback has found a new calling in the high school teaching and coaching ranks.

Ex-starting QB embarking on teaching and coaching journey

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor May 2, 2017

Spring 2016 was supposed to be the season when Mack Leftwich returned to the gridiron and led the way for the Miners’ starting quarterback race. He was coming off a tough fall football season, where he suffered two concussions that limited him to eight...

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New UTEP women’s basketball coach Kevin Baker replaces the winningest coach in UTEP women’s basketball history in Keitha Adams.

UTEP women’s basketball coach happy to have landed his ‘dream job’

Jeremy Carranco, Contributor May 2, 2017

For the first time in 16 seasons, the UTEP women’s basketball program will be led by a new head coach. On April 24, UTEP Director of Athletics Bob Stull announced the hiring of former UT Tyler and Angelo State head coach Kevin Baker. Baker, born and...

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Erika Harrawood saved her best season for last and has struck out 46 batters so far.

Softball seniors prepare for final games in EP

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter May 2, 2017

The UTEP softball team will be sending out five seniors come Sunday, March 6, when their final series of the season comes to an end against Florida Atlantic in El Paso. The five seniors are pitchers Erika Harrawood, Kaitlin Fifield and Taylor Grohmann,...

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UTEP Track and Field has not won the C-USA men’s title since 2013. The women are looking to regain their 2015 championship title, lost to Rice in 2016.

UTEP to host C-USA Track and Field Championships beginning on May 11

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter May 2, 2017

After a successful outdoor track and field season for both the UTEP men and women’s team, it’s time for the Conference-USA Outdoor Championships, which begin May 11 and wrap up on May 14 in El Paso, Texas. Athletes from the UTEP men’s team to watch...

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The El Paso Chihuahuas have vaulted into second place due in large part to their hitting. Prior to the season, hitting was thought to be a weak point for a team with several star pitching prospects.

Hot-hitting Chihuahuas return home to face rival Isotopes

Jason Green, Sports Editor May 2, 2017

The El Paso Chihuahuas have vaulted into second place in the Pacific Coast League’s Pacific Southern Division following a double-header sweep of the first-place Salt Lake Bees on Sunday afternoon, April 29, in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Bees had been...

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UTEP Professor cautions against new DHS hirings

UTEP Professor cautions against new DHS hirings

Christian Vasquez, Copy Editor May 2, 2017

While the Department of Homeland Security prepares to hire 15,000 new officers for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, Josiah Heyman, director of the Center for Inter-American and Border Studies and professor of anthropology,...

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It takes an average of 12 years to recoup the cost of getting a bachelor’s degree.

Number of years it takes to receive a bachelor’s degree exceeds four years

Eddie Velazquez, Staff Reporter May 2, 2017

Traditionally, universities have set a standard for a four-year graduation time frame. However, the price of college, parental pressure and a cutthroat job market are some of the factors that may influence a student’s graduation plan. According to...

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Maxo Kream excites in short setlist at The Lowbrow

Maxo Kream excites in short setlist at The Lowbrow

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor April 29, 2017

In front of a filled pit at the Lowbrow, up-and-coming rapper Maxo Kream debuted his talents to El Paso for the first time on Friday night. Opening the concert for Maxo Kream was Young Deluxe, who fired up the crowd exceptionally. The 18-year-old...

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