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The Rio Grande runs dry near El Paso, Texas as drought conditions persist across the region.
81-year-old treaty under pressure: U.S. denies Mexico’s water request, raises concerns for drought-stricken El Paso
April 30, 2025
For the first time in 81 years, the U.S. has denied Mexico’s request for a release of water from the Colorado River. With both countries facing internal backlash from their water treaty agreement conditions to be met, border cities like El Paso and Juarez may begin to feel the effects trickle down from the federal level.
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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.
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.

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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.
New drinks are sampled out to customers before hitting the menu. World Boba and Coffee has over 80 different drinks.
Authenticity for El Paso, the world in a cup
Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • May 5, 2025
World Boba and Coffee is a locally owned cafe by Ruben and David Ramos. This pair of brothers wanted to share drinks and experiences with El Paso that cannot be found anywhere else.
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The women's tennis program has been running for 40 years and on April 18, UTEP announced the discontinuation of the program.
UTEP Athletics hangs up the rackets, tennis discontinued after season’s end
Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • May 17, 2025
After a devastating loss to end the season, UTEP athletics has stated that the women’s tennis program will be discontinued “effective immediately” due to the complexity of allocation of funds.
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Angelica Rodriguez, a social work student at The University of Texas at El Paso, has overcome many difficulties to reach her graduation.
Using adversity as a motivator for success and kindness
Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • May 2, 2025
Despite strenuous situations arising, social work student Angelica Rodriguez uses her past as motivation to connect with and support people like herself after graduation.
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The offensive and defensive lines clash as the blue and orange teams battle during UTEP's 2025 Spring Game.
UTEP football shows out in Spring Game
Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer • May 2, 2025
Heading into the second year with Head Coach Scotty Walden, UTEP held its traditional spring game of blue team vs. orange team to showcase the talent on the roster for the upcoming fall season to fans.
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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
The Chief's desire to achieve the first Super Bowl three-peat was harrowingly denied by a flock of Eagles seeking revenge, and glory.
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.
My final bow at the finish line
My final bow at the finish line
Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Editor-in-Chief • May 15, 2025
To start, I never thought I would be here. Growing up, I always felt that I was never enough for anything in life and thought that I would never make it to college. This is a testament to myself and to you, the reader, that even if life feels dreadful, it will get better.
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More than ‘just a job’
More than ‘just a job’
Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • May 15, 2025
My time has been short at The Prospector, but I feel it has impacted me in many ways. This job has given me so much and it does sadden me that I must say goodbye.
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Engineered to capture moments
Engineered to capture moments
SalmaPaola Baca, Staff Photographer • May 15, 2025
After three years of balancing engineering and photography at The Prospector, I found more than just experience behind the lens. I found a community, a purpose and a voice I never expected to discover.
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Marvel Studios’ 'Thunderbolts*' review
Marvel Studios’ ‘Thunderbolts*’ review
Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • May 4, 2025
Marvel Studios’ “Thunderbolts*” is out. Is it any good? Has Marvel found its footing again? Are they still releasing generic content with no true vision or does the MCU have a bright future?
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Lucha libre hits West Texas
May 2, 2025
Luche Libre has taken over El Paso, Texas for the rest of this year. Behind the shows is former WWE star and professional wrestler Cinta De Oro, previously known as Sin Cara. Cinta's mission is to host events for the 915 where fans can come see luchadors from all over the world while raising funds for charity.
Calling all bikers to La Wheela
April 28, 2025
In 2023, La Wheela Bicycle Place located in Far East El Paso opened for business. Since then, it has been a location which has encouraged those biking to stop on buy to share their enthusiasm over the sport, while having good food.
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.
S:12 E:8 Picking Up on Graduation
S:12 E:8 Picking Up on Graduation
May 15, 2025
After eight episodes, season 12 of The Prospector Podcast has finally come to an end, and similar to our print issue, the only proper finale for an awesome season is to spotlight those who are graduating from The Prospector!
S:12 E:7 Picking Up on the Minecraft Movie
S:12 E:7 Picking Up on the Minecraft Movie
May 5, 2025
After becoming a video game that defined a generation, Minecraft has comeback into the limelight through the big screen as "A Minecraft Movie," and to start this episode, we talk about how Cinta De Oro, formerly known as Sin Cara in the WWE, has been combining different wrestling styles from around the whole globe.
S:12 E:6 Picking Up on 10 Years of Podcasting!
S:12 E:6 Picking Up on 10 Years of Podcasting!
April 21, 2025
This month, episode six was dedicated to celebrating all individuals who have pioneered podcasting at UTEP. We hear from former hosts who have carried this show for over a decade, share the staff’s first impressions of each other and catch up on co-host Cam Mason!
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.
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