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Borderland chef gains national recognition as champion of Food Network’s “Chopped”
El Paso, Texas (KVIA) -- A Borderland chef is gaining more national recognition following his second recent appearance on the Food Network. Chef Enrique Lozano was a participant on Tuesday's episode of the cooking show "Chopped." Lozano was named champion in the July 23rd broadcast of the show after putting his skills to the test and coming out on top against three other competitors.
El Paso County Public Works to host community cleanup events Saturday
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The County of El Paso announced it will be hosting two free community cleanup events this coming Saturday in the Lower Valley and northwestern parts of the county. The county's public works office will be offering no-cost disposal of unwanted items, with some restrictions on passenger tires, bulk trash, and The post El Paso County Public Works to host community cleanup events Saturday appeared first on KVIA.
Man arrested in weekend bar shooting that left one Fort Bliss soldier dead, another injured
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso Police have arrested a 22 year-old El Paso man for a shooting at an Eastside bar over the weekend that left one man dead and another injured. As ABC-7 reported earlier this week, police responded to the shooting at Legendz Bar near the intersection of Vista Del Sol The post Man arrested in weekend bar shooting that left one Fort Bliss soldier dead, another injured appeared first on KVIA.
El Paso could cut county services as cost of migrant arrests grows
EL PASO, Texas - The County of El Paso could see cuts to services if the state doesn't pay for inmates arrested under Operation Lone Star. El Paso County says it has lost up to $20 million due to recent border smuggling arrests. The county commissioner there says they could...
El Paso retiree cuts energy use but sees higher electric bill
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — One El Paso retiree says he cut back on energy usage during the summer months, but is still seeing a higher electric bill. John Conwell's electric bill from El Paso Electric shows he cut his July power use from roughly 2,000 kilowatts in 2023 to roughly 1,700 this year.
Doña Ana Arts Council director stepping down
The Doña Ana Arts Council announced the departure of executive director Araceli Solis Wednesday in a news release inviting applications for an interim leader. Solis “will be transitioning from our organization to pursue personal professional endeavors,” the nonprofit stated in a news release. A former art teacher at Sierra Middle School and 20-year educator, Solis had held the position since February 2023, when she succeeded Greg Smith as executive director.
FBI warns El Pasoans about toll road text scams
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A new type of scam is targeting El Pasoans via text. El Paso's FBI office shared an example on x.com (formerly Twitter) of a message from "Texas Toll Services" threatening a $150 charge if the balance was not paid. https://twitter.com/FBIElPaso/status/1815741705754186047. Since March 2024, the FBI...
‘You’re Going to Kill Me!’: Black Army Veteran Seeking Help with Mental Health Crisis Beaten, Shocked By Texas Cops Until He Took His Last Breath In Back of Patrol Car, Lawsuit Says
Michael Thompson had broken no law when he entered a 7-Eleven convenience store and asked the clerk to call 911 on his behalf because he […] ‘You’re Going to Kill Me!’: Black Army Veteran Seeking Help with Mental Health Crisis Beaten, Shocked By Texas Cops Until He Took His Last Breath In Back of Patrol Car, Lawsuit Says
Suspects identified in deadly far East El Paso shooting
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Two 19-year-old men were recently arrested and charged with murder after a 24-year-old man was shot and killed after an argument about opposing gang affiliations this past Saturday in far East El Paso, according to El Paso Police. Police say Noah Daniel Lomeli, 19, and Damian Alexander De La Riva, […]
FLC to lead quantum computing education, workforce development in rural areas for Elevate Quantum
DURANGO, CO– Fort Lewis College will play a leading role in the workforce development programming for Elevate Quantum Tech Hub, which secured $127 million in federal and state funding to develop workforce and technologies for the rapidly growing quantum industry in Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming. Elevate Quantum is...
New Mexico Film Office Sets Film And Television Summit For September
EXCLUSIVE: The New Mexico Film Office announced on Tuesday that its upcoming Film and Television Summit, a day-long event packed with panels, networking opportunities, and career-boosting resources, will take place at The Clyde Hotel in Albuquerque, NM on September 7.Jon Hamm To Star In & Exec-Produce QCode & Temple Hill Scripted Thriller Podcast 'Dungeon Masters' NMFO’s summit offers a deep dive into various aspects of the film and television industry, catering to both newcomers and seasoned professionals. Attendees can expect panel discussions led by industry experts that will cover the following topics, among others: • Navigating Film Incentives: Learn about the ins...
NM Democratic delegates rally behind Harris
President Joe Biden handily won New Mexico’s primary election earlier this year, and most of the state’s delegates who were pledged to him are starting to coalesce around Vice President Kamala Harris to take the top of the ticket. New Mexico’s presidential delegates will represent the state at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next...
U.S. House passes water bill with funding for Southern NM
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The U.S. House of Representatives passed a wide-ranging water bill on Monday, July 22 that includes funding for water projects in Southern New Mexico, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez’s Office said. Vasquez, D-New Mexico, said the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act includes funding for infrastructure projects throughout the state, including Dona […]
Bicyclist critically injured in possible hit-and-run Tuesday in Las Cruces
Las Cruces police are asking for the public's help to provide information about a bicyclist who was critically injured Tuesday morning in Las Cruces in what may have been a hit-and-run. In a news release issued Tuesday evening, police say a 59-year-old man was found in the roadway at the...
Sanostee man pleads guilty in fatal drunken driving crash
A Sanostee man pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Albuquerque for his involvement in a fatal drunken driving crash. Leonardo Robbie Duncan, 33, admitted he was driving while intoxicated on Aug. 12, 2023, when he crossed the center line on Navajo Route 36 near Upper Fruitland. Duncan admitted in court that he “crashed head-on into the passenger side” of a vehicle, killing the man and woman inside of it, according to court records.
Big Boss wakes up Northern Meadows with hot links
Northern Meadows began in the early 2000s with no restaurants or businesses popping up with the development. About 20 years later, there still isn't a restaurant with the closest food place being McDonald's at Northern and Unser boulevards.
Best bets: Key events in Farmington, Bloomfield and Aztec
On Wednesday, July 24, the Northwestern New Mexico Arts Council will present their first Jazz Jams concert from 7 p.m. to dusk at Orchard Park, 100 W. Main St. The event is free to attend, but organizers advise you to bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the outdoor Jazz concert. Fellow jazz musicians are invited to join in. For information visit, nwnmac.org or call (505) 320-0615.
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