Las Cruces Public Libraries announced a "Palabras y Artesanias" event on February 18, exploring Latino poetry and resistance, where attendees will create pulseras as symbols of their beliefs.

El Paso faces challenges as federal funding freezes, affecting charities and services for the homeless. A judicial block provides brief relief while a final decision is pending.

Emmanuel Cervantes was arrested in El Paso for deceptive business practices and misusing a customer's vehicle. He faces multiple charges with previous convictions.

The Las Cruces Museum of Art hosts "Engaging Masters: Parody Art," an exhibition featuring over 80 parody pieces of famous artworks, open from February 7 to May 3, 2025.

The Branigan Cultural Center in Las Cruces opens the "Wildlife of the Mesilla Valley" exhibit, showcasing local fauna through sculptures and nature journaling.

UTEP's Arturo Barrio was named a 2025 Presidential Leadership Scholar, joining 57 leaders aiming to improve society with insights from past presidencies.

Four injured in a motel fire in Las Cruces; a man is charged with arson. Firefighters contained the blaze swiftly, relocating affected tenants. The suspect, Zachary Dennis, is also wanted on other charges.

El Paso lawmakers are divided over Trump's immigration policies, with differing opinions on military deployment at the border for security and deportations.

El Paso experiences a chilly morning at 33°F with a wind chill of 27°F, but NWS forecasts a sunny day with a high near 67°F. The week promises consistent sunny weather with comfortable temperatures.

All-girl football teams from Canutillo ISD prepare for the inaugural Region 19 Female Flag Football Pilot Championship, endorsed by the NFL and starting on April 29.

The current weather in El Paso features few clouds, a chill at 37°F, and 41% humidity, with a mild southeast wind. Temperatures are set to rise throughout the week with varying wind directions.

A West El Paso massage parlor faces temporary closure amid allegations of prostitution and licensing violations after a local and state investigation.

An ICE agent questioning a Mescalero Apache Tribe member in Ruidoso, New Mexico has intensified fears in Indigenous communities regarding mistaken identity and immigration enforcement.