Jose Eduardo Larin from El Paso received a 22-year federal sentence for producing child sexual abuse material, after an NCMEC and Homeland Security probe linked CSAM to his Dropbox.

UTEP researchers have developed a blood-based device for early colorectal cancer detection, using a biomarker to potentially enable home use and mass production.

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office completed its Safety Town program to teach children safety topics, including gun and road safety, and foster trust between youth and law enforcement.

Las Cruces Police's Community Outreach unit will provide support to local businesses on March 13, to address challenges like vandalism and panhandling.

Las Cruces reminds short-term rental owners of a 5% lodgers tax on revenues, essential for city tourism and infrastructure, with compliance required via lascrucesnm-self.govplatform.com.

The National Weather Service issued severe weather warnings for El Paso, including Blowing Dust, High Wind, and Red Flag advisories due to dangerous conditions.

An armed robbery occurred at a Loaf 'n Jug in El Paso County, with the suspect fleeing with cash. The Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance in the investigation.

The Texas appeals court stayed the execution of David Leonard Wood, pending further review of his case, which includes new DNA evidence and maintained claims of innocence.

A fire damaged a shed behind a Las Cruces medical facility, but firefighters contained it before it spread. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

Alexander Diaz pleaded guilty to the 2022 murder of Christopher Ryan Correa and was sentenced to 50 years in prison. His plea included waiving appellate rights and dismissing two evidence tampering charges.

EPSO and DPW cleaned a homeless encampment for a bridge inspection, with Sheriff Roybal applauding the success and emphasis on addressing social issues.

Las Cruces and Dona Ana officials met to address AMR's poor response times and plan opioid settlement fund allocation, with possible AMR contract breach penalties and strategies for fund use outlined.

The planned water outage on East Madrid Avenue in Las Cruces has been postponed; when rescheduled, residents may experience discolored but safe water.