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Donald Trump was declared president-elect Nov. 6, 2024. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons.

2024 Presidential Election, Donald Trump becomes 47th President of the U.S.

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 6, 2024
The Presidential Election did not confirm a presidential elect, but did provide much information on day 1 on the future of the US.
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LIVE UPDATES: 2024 general election coverage

The Prospector Staff • November 5, 2024

Stay tuned for updates on local, state and federal elections. 12:09 - CBS News calls Pennsylvania for Trump, essentially erasing any path to victory for Kamala Harris. Neither CBS News nor the AP have called the race for either candidate. 10:07...

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Voting begins at 7 a.m. Nov. 5. The polls close at 7 p.m. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons.

Know Before You Vote

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 4, 2024
The day to elect the 47th president of the United States and decide the future of our nation has finally arrived. Here is everything you need to know to make the most out of your vote.
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Texas’s 16th congressional district: Incumbent Veronica Escobar and challenger Irene Armendariz-Jackson face off

Texas’s 16th congressional district: Incumbent Veronica Escobar and challenger Irene Armendariz-Jackson face off

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 3, 2024
Incumbent Veronica Escobar and challenger Irene Armendariz-Jackson face off for a third time in the run for Texas’s 16th congressional district. The two candidates offer different perspectives on issues affecting students including student loans, reproductive rights, the economy, and immigration.
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UTEP professor of Sociology and Anthropology Dr. Victor Vázquez, a proud Puerto Rician holding his homeland flag to pay respect to his new book about the gentrification of Puerto Rico.

Defending Los Filtros: UTEP Professor’s New Book Exposes Gentrification Crisis in Puerto Rico

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter • November 3, 2024
While living in a “paradise” is a dream for many, it’s crucial to consider the impact on those with longstanding ties to these neighborhoods.
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Breast cancer awareness month educates the public about the importance of early detection, regular check-ups, and support for those affected by the disease.

Understanding risk factors and early detection can help in the fight against breast cancer

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 1, 2024
Breast Cancer Awareness Month highlights the importance of early detection and lifestyle choices. Dr. Jennifer Molokwu shares that awareness and understanding risk factors are key to improving outcomes in the fight against breast cancer.
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Dracula presents himself to the public during Nylia Ballet Academy's presentation of 'Dracula'

Nylia Ballet Academy’s haunting performance of Dracula from El Paso native

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor • October 29, 2024

On a crisp October evening, the Magoffin Auditorium buzzed with anticipation as the Nylia Ballet Academy prepared to unveil its latest production: a haunting rendition of Bram Stoker's classic tale, Dracula.   The stage was set with an eerie crypt,...

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“Lowriders: An Origin Story” slides—the event that was presented by Chicano Studies professors on October 21.

UTEP Chicano Studies Department showcases low rider culture in Borderland

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Writer/Contributor • October 29, 2024

From bright lights, multicolored wraps, to the hydraulics, the culture behind lowriders is significant in Chicano culture. On Oct. 21, Adrian Aragones, UTEP assistant professor in the Chicano Studies Department and guest speaker Mirna Ajo from Universidad...

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Crossing the Line: Finding America in the Borderlands by Sarah Towle explores the complex realities of life along the U.S.-Mexico border, highlighting personal stories of migration, resilience, and identity in the region.

Hope Border Institute’s election and migration event illuminates deadly immigration policies and community resistance

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • October 28, 2024
“Elections and Migration: Challenges, Opportunities, and Hopes,” an event hosted by the Hope Border Institute along with the UTEP Department of Chicano Studies, allowed students and community members to engage in discussions with guest speakers about deadly immigration policies and the community's resistance to them.
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Many El Pasoans and UTEP students were running for family members who are currently battling cancer or those who have lost their lives to cancer.

UTEP Zeta Tau Alpha helps community ‘Think Pink’ with 5K Breast Cancer Awareness run

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Contributor/Writer • October 25, 2024
As Breast Cancer Awareness month unfolds throughout October, sorority Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA) hosted a 5K event that people across the borderland attended and showed support for survivors and patients alike.
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Liam Payne, singer, songwriter and former One Direction Member found dead at 31 in Buenos Aires

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • October 22, 2024
On Oct. 16, Liam Payne was found dead at 31 at the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina after falling out of his hotel balcony. Payne had a successful career both as a soloist and as a member of boy band One Direction.
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The Migrant Crime Wave: Political Rhetoric on Immigration Takes Center Stage in Final Weeks of 2024 Campaign

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter • October 21, 2024
As Political tension between both parties intensifies as we near the upcoming elections, numerous recent speeches and media appearances have continued to emphasize concerns over immigration, particularly regarding individuals arriving at the nation’s southern border.
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