An El Paso man was arrested for animal cruelty after a dog was found with a chain collar embedded in its neck. The dog is now being cared for by the Humane Society.

The Silver Alert for missing elderly John Kotowski in El Paso was cancelled after he was found, confirming the effectiveness of community and police efforts.

El Paso County partners with the MPO to seek a $10 million grant for a downtown plaza project, with a $1 million county promise, though not without dissent from some commissioners.

Multiple semi-truck accidents caused extensive traffic disruptions in El Paso, with lanes closed and detours advised around the Gateway East, I-10, and near UTEP.

The Socorro Police Department is responding to a multi-vehicle crash at Passmore and Alameda, with traffic advice being issued and part of the area remaining open.

El Paso's summer heat may be slightly relieved with possible showers and thunderstorms, a 20% chance after 5pm and high near 99°F. Nights may cool to mid-70s, but the persistent heat continues, with isolated rain chances throughout the week.

Las Cruces and Mayfield high schools are set to open their football season against each other, marking the 62nd rivalry match, with past games often holding championship stakes.

Mandy Leatherwood Guss, Communications Director for Las Cruces, has been named one of the Top 50 Women Leaders of New Mexico for 2024 by Women We Admire.

A collision between two SUVs on New Mexico Highway 28 resulted in one death and three injuries. The cause is under investigation, with concerns over road safety mounting.

Oscar Martinez, wanted for a Denver homicide, was arrested in Las Cruces for shoplifting, pending extradition to Colorado.

A heat advisory is in effect in parts of El Paso County, with temperatures expected to reach 103-106 degrees, prompting health risk warnings for residents.

A coach at Parkland High School was placed on leave after a video of them slamming a student to the gym floor went viral, triggering an investigation by YISD.