Marine Corps 1st Sgt. Candice Puente, an Irvin High School graduate, stood guard over former President Jimmy Carter's casket during memorial services, showcasing her nearly two-decade military career.

Jesus Rubio, 28, was shot and killed by police in Hobbs, New Mexico during a traffic stop after he reportedly acted in a way that appeared threatening.

The El Paso City Council welcomed five new members alongside three incumbents, with Mayor Renard Johnson starting his term. The Mayor Pro Tempore position is open after the previous representative's mayoral bid.

An El Paso man was arrested for the stabbing death of his ex-girlfriend, with bond set at $1 million. He was caught by authorities coordinating across counties.

Las Cruces City Council approved issuing $21 million in bonds to settle a lawsuit over the fatal 2023 shooting of Teresa Gomez by a city police officer.

The City's Parks and Recreation Department is offering painting classes for residents at the Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center starting January 23rd.

A fatal shooting occurred at 9435 Diana in El Paso, where a man died following a confrontation. El Paso Police seek leads and request public assistance.

El Paso County officials express safety concerns over frequent Texas DPS high-speed chases, citing a report and advocating for revised pursuit policies.

A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle at a Speedway gas station in El Paso, with the driver's inattention cited as the cause. The city reflects on traffic safety measures.

A suspect, Steven Leckenby, has been arrested by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office for numerous sexual assaults on children, some dating back to 2012.

Renard Johnson was inaugurated as El Paso's first Black mayor, following a runoff election win, accompanied by other officials assuming their new roles.

Las Cruces Public Libraries begins Palabras y Artesanías, blending poetry and crafts to explore Latino heritage, needing advance registration. The event starts January 14, 2025, at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library.

Las Cruces is hosting a free dumpster day on Jan. 11, for residents to dispose of waste, with educational resources on proper waste management provided by the Keep Las Cruces Beautiful Program.