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Chaparral, New Mexico's Largest Unincorporated Town, Weighs Breaking From Two Counties

Chaparral has grown into New Mexico's largest unincorporated community, but the borderland town just north of El Paso still has no city government, no single county home, and — according to residents and officials — not nearly enough public services to match its size. The community straddles Doña Ana County to the west and Otero County to the east, a split that has left roughly 16,500 residents, by the 2020 census, without the kind of local oversight most towns take for granted.

Chaparral, NM · 8h

KFOX 14

1-year-old dies after Lower Valley two-vehicle crash on Alameda Avenue

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — A crash in El Paso's Lower Valley on Friday claimed the life of a 1-year-old boy, police said. According to the El Paso Police Department, Oliver Yepes was 1 year and 4 months old when he was killed in a two-vehicle crash in the 7000 block of Alameda Avenue.

El Paso, TX · 8h

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State Police Respond to Armed Suspect, Multi-Vehicle Crash on Busy Friday

During the investigation, officers discovered an abandoned black GMC Yukon facing the wrong direction on the westbound off-ramp at Exit 11. The vehicle had been reported stolen in Tempe, Arizona. Source: New Mexico State Police (via Facebook 1, 2) Images: Courtesy. New Mexico State Police responded to two major incidents...

Tempe, AZ · 1d

The El Paso Times

SUV strikes and kills pedestrian lying on Lower Valley roadway

An unidentified man lying on the street was struck by an SUV and killed in the Lower Valley in a death that remains under investigation by the El Paso Police Department, a police spokesman said. The fatal crash occurred about 10:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in the 9000 block of North Loop Drive, east of Zaragoza Road, a news release by Sgt. Robert Gomez stated on Monday, Nov. 9. Crime: Historic Bracero site vandalized with 'hateful' graffiti in Socorro A black 2010 Chevrolet Equinox driven by Joaquin Velez Velasco, 60, of El Paso, was eastbound on North Loop when the SUV struck the pedestrian who was down on the roadway, police said. The pedestrian died at the scene. The Special Traffic Investigations Unit continues its investigation. More: El Paso fatal crash tracker 2026 Anyone with any information may call the EPPD nonemergency line at 915-832-4400 or may anonymously call Crime Stoppers of El Paso at 915-566-8477 (TIPS). This was the 57th traffic-related death in El Paso this year compared with 56 in the same period in 2025, according to Police Department statistics. Daniel Borunda may be reached at dborunda@elpasotimes.com and @BorundaDaniel on X. Borderland: Día de los Muertos brings families

El Paso, TX · 9h

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FBI: Las Cruces Man Pleads Guilty To Fentanyl Trafficking And Firearm Offenses, Faces Up To Life In Prison

ALBUQUERQUE – A Las Cruces man pleaded guilty to possessing more than 40 grams of fentanyl while armed. According to court documents, on July 5, 2025, Kenneth Manuel Aguirre, 44, knowingly possessed two firearms and ammunition despite having previously been convicted of a felony offense punishable by more than one year in prison. As a convicted felon, Aguirre was prohibited from possessing firearms and ammunition.

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6 Las Cruces, New Mexico Restaurants Serving Huge Portions At Surprisingly Low Prices

Three pancakes, two eggs, and bacon or sausage for under six dollars. That daily breakfast deal still exists in one corner of this city, and I love that it isn’t a fluke. Across town, a lunch special bundles an entree, rice, beans, sopapillas, chips, salsa, and a drink for under seven dollars. Another kitchen sells tacos for about a buck and a quarter each.

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Burgeoning borderland community of Chaparral outgrows ‘colonia’ status

The colonia of Chaparral — the largest unincorporated community in New Mexico, just north of El Paso — is “bursting at the seams,” as state Rep. Sarah Silva put it. The 2020 census put the population of the fronteriza community, established around 1960 with just a handful of makeshift houses and mobile homes, at a little over 16,500, but its true population could be up to 30,000, said Silva, a Las Cruces Democrat.

Chaparral, NM · 11h

The El Paso Times

New-look UTEP men's basketball shows formula for success in home opener

When UTEP men's basketball coach Joe Golding makes his case for what can make this year's team good, what he'll describe will look a lot like what the Miners did in the first half to Incarnate Word in their home opener, which, after some second-half hiccups, ended up as a 79-60 UTEP win. The Miners (1-1) made shots inside and out. They defended with purpose and rebounded. They balanced their scoring where every starter was a scoring option. UTEP came out of the gate strong, opening up early leads of 13-3, 28-11 and 38-16 Sunday. More: Mountain West Conference men's basketball The second half, when a lead as large as 22 points got as small as 10, showed what they need to work on, namely consistency and focus, which is natural for a team with 15 new players and no returners. There will be tougher tests ahead, starting Thursday when New Mexico State comes to town, but El Paso's initial first-hand look of this completely turned over team was encouraging. The first half was what UTEP was supposed to look like. The ceiling is high. "New team, there's some good and some bad, there's plenty of stuff we have to

El Paso, TX · 1d

KTSM

Man arrested in El Paso on domestic violence warrants

A 60-year-old man was arrested in El Paso on outstanding domestic violence warrants after failing to appear for a scheduled court hearing.

El Paso, TX · 4h

KTSM

Wanted man caught after car, foot chase in far East El Paso

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A 38-year-old man wanted on three warrants was arrested after a car and foot chase in far East El Paso, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Sebastian Jamez Montez was arrested on the following charges: He was booked into the El Paso County Detention Facility and is being […]

El Paso, TX · 7h

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After nearly 3 years, AG Ken Paxton drops fight to shut down El Paso’s Annunciation House

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has dropped a suit seeking to shut down Annunciation House after demanding two years ago to examine the records of the nonprofit network of migrant shelters in El Paso, including information about the people it served. “It’s very gratifying that this has now ended. It’s...

El Paso, TX · 1h

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Women's Basketball Drops Hard Fought Battle with UTEP

EL PASO, Texas – The University of the Incarnate Word women's basketball team went toe-to-toe with UTEP on Saturday evening, falling just short, 74-68, in a back-and-forth affair against the Miners inside GECU Arena at the Don Haskins Center. Morgan Borgstadt (15 points) paced the scoring for the Cardinals as she was one of four players to hit double digits.

El Paso, TX · 2d

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El Paso's Historic Kress Building Is Entering a New Era

El Paso's Kress Building is getting a major glow-up! Discover the restaurants, shops, and historic touches coming to this Downtown landmark.

El Paso, TX · 3d

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What's that being built on Trowbridge Drive in Central El Paso?

What’s That? This is a regular series that follows construction projects in El Paso. Discover what’s being built, the locations, and the potential impact on your community. If you notice a construction site and ask yourself, "What's That?" send us the location and we'll work to get you an answer: APowell@elpasotimes.com . An apartment complex in Central El Paso is getting an upgrade. Marathon Design and Construction is an El Paso-based company with 15 years of experience, specializing in contemporary architectural construction with a keen focus on both design and construction. The company works on a wide variety of projects, from commercial tenant improvements to residential construction and additions, with an approach that centers on consistent communication and collaboration throughout each project's lifecycle. Where is it? The new apartment addition will be located at 5000 Trowbridge Dr., according to the city's permit and licensing page. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } The apartment complex project is in a residential area, just across the street from a DK convenience store and blocks from Loretto Academy and the Nazareth Living Care Center. What was there before? The new apartment complex buildings will replace two residential homes on

El Paso, TX · 11h

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New Mexico State causes mass confusion after scoring in wrong basket during college game

A pair of women's college basketball players were left holding their heads in their hands after accidentally scoring on their own basket in two separate games on Friday

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2 juveniles identified in El Paso business burglary

Two juvenile suspects were identified and referred to the Juvenile Probation Department following a business burglary in East El Paso through assistance from social media.

El Paso, TX · 2d

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Wanted man arrested for parole violation in El Paso

Jaime Flores, 41, was arrested for violating his parole while working at a local business on East Redd Road in El Paso.

El Paso, TX · 2d

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Traffic Report (November 9-16): Main Street, El Paseo, Chaparral and MORE

Drivers across Las Cruces and southern New Mexico should prepare for intermittent lane closures, pavement maintenance and continuing highway construction during the week of November 8–15. In Las Cruces, scheduled work includes underground utility construction along South Main Street and El Paseo Road, citywide micro-surfacing, intersection improvements near Spruce...

Las Cruces, NM · 13h

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Martin takes Command of India Company in Las Cruces

LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Capt. Mallory Tucker relinquished command of India Company, 141st Brigade Support Battalion, to 1st Lt. Nathaniel Martin today at the Las Cruces Readiness Center. Lt. Col. Joshua Schatzman, commander of 1st Battalion, 200th Infantry Regiment, presided over the change of command. Schatzman presented Tucker with...

Las Cruces, NM · 1d

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New aquatic playground coming to Apodaca Park in Las Cruces

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Apodaca Park in Las Cruces is getting an aquatic playground and other improvements. The City of Las Cruces said its Parks and Recreation Department has contracted with Jaynes Corporation to construct an aquatic playground and make various park improvements which will expand outdoor recreational opportunities at Apodaca Park, 801 E. […]