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While AI may be a beneficial tool, journalists should still double check information generated by AI.
AI in the world of journalism
April 11, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made its way into journalism. Creating story pitches, headlines and gathering data are now easier than ever. But should journalists have their guard up when using this technology?
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Horizon City Council candidates focus on city growth in upcoming May election
April 9, 2025
The Town of Horizon City is holding elections for city council with five seats up for grabs. With Horizon’s continued growth, candidates share their hopes for the city’s future. Early voting is from April 22 to 29 and election day is May 3.
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Senator Blanco visited UTEP, his former campus, to discuss Texas' most pressing issues.
State senator comes home mid-way through 89th legislature
April 9, 2025
Senator Cesar J. Blanco, fresh off a flight from the Texas state capitol headed straight to his alma-mater, UTEP, to discuss the state’s most pressing issues.
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Dust storms take over El Paso
Dust storms take over El Paso
March 28, 2025
After eight dust storms put the 915 in a "Dune"-like environment, The Prospector sat down with Univision 26 weatherman Aldo Acosta to break down why 2025's dust storms have been unprecedented and explore their possible causes.
Protesters unite against cuts of federal worker. Photo courtesy of Free Malaysia Today (FMT)
DOGE’s effects on present and future government workers
March 17, 2025
From over 200,000 federal employees being laid off, to research grants being halted, those with aspirations to work for the government have to deal with DOGE’s changes.

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Start Small, Save Big: Express Start Share Certificates Make It Easy for Students to Start Saving
Start Small, Save Big: Express Start Share Certificates Make It Easy for Students to Start Saving
Sponsored Content December 9, 2024
As a student, you might feel that building up savings is a distant goal, especially with textbooks, rent, and life expenses eating up your budget. Raiz designed the Express Start Share Certificate with young savers in mind, especially those who are balancing classes, part-time jobs, and the cost of student life.
The Plaza Hotel, formerly the Hilton Hotel, remains a key part of Downtown El Paso’s historic architecture.
The architectural identity of El Paso
SalmaPaola Baca, Staff Photographer • April 14, 2025
El Paso's downtown city line reflects a rich architectural legacy shaped by Henry Trost. As historic buildings face neglect or demolition, local architects and residents push to preserve the city's identity through its fading landmarks.
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Chihuahuas outfielder Oscar Gonzalez earned one hit out of his five at-bats in his game against the Salt Lake Bees.
El Paso Chihuahua’s community arises for new season
Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • April 14, 2025
The El Paso Chihuahua’s baseball team had three back-to-back games to kickstart the spring season.
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Brianna Cooper has been working a campus job since her undergrad years and has the opportunity to continue her career with the university.
Enriching your resume with campus jobs
Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • April 14, 2025
Many students at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) work part-time and full-time jobs while going to school. However, some students have discovered the benefits of working one of the varieties of on-campus jobs that UTEP offers.
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UTEP makes a major offensive push by signing Mark Cala and Joshua Eargle, two key additions set to play huge roles to elevate the team next season. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.
The fresh faces on UTEP football: Mark Cala and Joshua Eargle
Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer • February 17, 2025
UTEP makes a major offensive push by signing Mark Cala and Joshua Eargle, two key additions set to play huge roles to elevate the team next season.
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The Philadelphia Eagles left the Kansas City Chiefs stunned with a 40-22 final score. Philadelphia’s wide receiver DeVonta Smith made a 46-yard touchdown catch in the 3rd quarter. Photo courtesy of Free Malaysia Today (FMT).
Chiefs dynasty denied, Eagles swoop hopes of a Mahomes three-peat
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 11, 2025
The Chief's desire to achieve the first Super Bowl three-peat was harrowingly denied by a flock of Eagles seeking revenge, and glory.
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Super Bowl 59 will kickoff at 4:30 p.m. MST as the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles. Photo courtesy of Your Golf Travel
NFL Conference Championship recap. What’s at stake for Super Bowl 59 and what plans do students have for Super Bowl Sunday?
Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter
The NFL’s Conference Round has concluded, with Super Bowl 59 upon us, what’s at stake for each team chasing the Vince Lombardi Trophy, and how do students plan to spend their Super Bowl Sunday?
The NFL Division Rounds will begin on Jan 18-19, to determine which teams will play in the conference championships. Photo courtesy of Flickr.
NFL Playoffs: Super Wild Card Weekend aftermath and student reaction
Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter
The NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend has come and gone. Let’s recap each game with major takeaways from the first round of playoffs of the 2024-25 season, and see what students think with the league going into the Divisional Round.
UTEP football players play defense against NMSU.
Texas reclaims the I-10, UTEP beats NMSU in Las Cruces
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter
UTEP went to Las Cruces on a mission to avenge last year's loss to New Mexico State University and create hope for a fanbase desperate to believe. Despite a 24-7 deficit, the Miner’s mission was a success.
Monster Jam or Joke: Unpacking motorsports’ biggest event
Monster Jam or Joke: Unpacking motorsports’ biggest event
H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • April 11, 2025
The weekend of March 1 and 2, was another year of Monster Jam, a motorsports event where driver athletes compete in feats of speed and skill. I packed my gear and headed down to the Sun Bowl Stadium where the event would take place that weekend.
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Learning and growing from the college experience
Learning and growing from the college experience
Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • April 9, 2025
The college experience does not have to come from frats, parties and internships as not everyone has the luxury of that. It comes from taking the situation you’ve been handed and finding a way to build from there.
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‘Pick’ the mic up! Tuition includes a podcast
‘Pick’ the mic up! Tuition includes a podcast
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • April 7, 2025
Every voice at UTEP matters. One of the ways The Prospector assures that they’re heard is through podcasting.
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Are internships really necessary in college?
Are internships really necessary in college?
SalmaPaola Baca, Staff Photographer • April 7, 2025
Internships have become an unofficial requirement for success in today’s job market. At the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), students are encouraged, if not pressured, to complete one before graduation. While internships can provide career advantages, they are not always accessible, effective or necessary for every major.
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Cafecito en Socorro: Café Piro
April 11, 2025
Incense cleanses the energy of a small adobe coffee house, Café Piro. With Native American art and culture displayed unabashedly, visitors are greeted with a scent of citrus and a warm welcome by the owners and baristas, who aim to satisfy the stomachs and brains of their patrons through the café’s cultural experience. Explore a truly historic, unique and homelike cafe to enhance your palate throughout El Paso, Texas.
Dust storms take over El Paso
March 28, 2025
After eight dust storms put the 915 in a "Dune"-like environment, The Prospector sat down with Univision 26 weatherman Aldo Acosta to break down why 2025's dust storms have been unprecedented and explore their possible causes.
Chuco Classic: Boxing hits Club Memorial
February 24, 2025
The Chuco Classic brought with it tightly contested fights, ranging from pro debuts, controversial draws, and even main event disappointment.
Lovely sights, lovely vibes
February 21, 2025
The Prospector asked UTEP students about how they see Valentine's Day. From their favorite memories, to current plans.
S:12 E:5 Picking Up on Pop Music
S:12 E:5 Picking Up on Pop Music
April 4, 2025
It's evident that the music industry has changed drastically over the 2000s, but in that time span, has pop music been left behind? Or better yet, what even constitutes pop music? We also break down John Cena's turn to the dark side, aka a "heel" turn, and discuss what it means for the future of the WWE. Lastly, we can't ignore spring break when some of our staff decided to take a group hike.
S:12 E:4 Picking Up on Slap Sauce!
S:12 E:4 Picking Up on Slap Sauce!
March 21, 2025
In today's episode we discuss the belief over whether Gamescape can take over El Paso as it's premier entertainment destination and topped off the discussion with some slap sauce! We also, talk about Café Piro, a unique coffee shop in Texas, and highlight teams who we think can be bracket busters in March Madness.
S:12 E:3 Picking Up on 'Cobra Kai' and 'The Karate Kid'
S:12 E:3 Picking Up on ‘Cobra Kai’ and ‘The Karate Kid’
March 7, 2025
It'd be a crime to ignore the end of a franchise 40 years in the making. At last, the end of a story for all the characters in Cobra Kai has come. Plus, our boss / EIC Avery Escamilla-Wendell joins us to speak about puppies, and life updates. On the topic of movies, we put a spotlight on UTEP's own movie club as they spread films that students may not know a lot about.
S:12 E:2 Picking Up On The Super Bowl
S:12 E:2 Picking Up On The Super Bowl
February 21, 2025
Hopping off the lyrics of Kendrick Lamar, there's no podcast like us. For the second episode of The Prospector Podcast Season 12, we talk about how shocking Super Bowl 59 was, halftime show, a new Spider-Man series on Disney+ and the Jazz scene around El Paso, Texas.
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