Esteban Acosta, wanted for vehicle theft, was arrested after a coordinated law enforcement effort in Texas, following a pursuit and a temporary lockdown of local schools.

El Paso, TX, is expected to experience patchy blowing dust this afternoon with highs around 84 degrees and wind gusts up to 24 mph. The week ahead looks sunny with temperatures ranging in the 80s.

El Paso faces severe weather with advisories for high winds and wildfire risks on Sunday, which could cause power outages and difficult travel, with warnings against outdoor burning.

El Paso Police Department issues a safety advisory for hikers, emphasizing preparation like dressing in layers, carrying water, and staying on marked trails.

Firefighters extinguished a blaze at an empty house on Lenox Avenue in Las Cruces, with no injuries reported and an ongoing investigation into the cause.

UTEP's annual Giving Day breaks the record with $390,000 raised, supported by over 2,500 donors to fund various student-centric programs and initiatives.

El Paso ISD received a "C" rating from TEA, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve academic outcomes, including specialized academies and expanding educational programs.

Former National Park Ranger Randy Harabin will give a free presentation on Grand Teton National Park at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, discussing the park's geology, plants, and wildlife.

Celina Morales is named the new Deputy Director of Economic Development for Las Cruces, focusing on business growth, strategic leadership, and sustainable economic success.

Doña Ana County announces open house meetings about the Rio Grande Trail project for early May, inviting public input on the 500-mile trail's development in New Mexico.

El Paso County Sheriff's Office arrested two individuals, Lucia Villa and her son Fernando, for illegally dumping trash in the East El Paso desert area.

EPISD expands the AVID program to more schools to enhance students' educational experience and personal growth, phasing out the IB Middle Years Programme due to its limited impact.

The University of Texas at El Paso has launched AI-ICER, an institute focusing on AI for community-engaged research, with diverse faculty collaborating on regional challenges.