Horizon City is doubling down on Flock cameras despite growing backlash—while Texas and El Paso pull out, police chief Marco Vargas credits them with solving a recent arson case and calls them vital “eyes” for law enforcement and crime deterrence.

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A new 30-foot steel border wall is rising near El Paso’s historic Hart’s Mill, threatening to disrupt the legacy of Don Juan de Oñate’s 1598 expedition and El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro—a route poised for UNESCO recognition. Just yards from nonprofit Abara, which offers humanitarian aid and education, construction crews are already at work, adding razor wire to existing fences. With nearly $1.6 billion spent on border infrastructure in the El Paso Sector—including a “Smart Wall” tech system—officials remain silent on where this new barrier will stand or how it might impact Abara’s land and future campus plans. The community fears losing irreplaceable historical connections as development accelerates without transparency.

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El Paso City Council unanimously voted to scrap 150 fixed license plate reader cameras from Flock Safety, banning future use of similar tech without approval — while leaving police mobile units and private business cameras untouched. With 60 days to remove the gear (owned by Flock), or face being covered with opaque material for 30 more days, the move follows state funding cuts and police department’s own termination of the contract. Though police chief praised the cameras’ investigative value — including a 62% spike in auto thefts since removal — council members voiced concerns over misuse and data sharing elsewhere. City manager and attorney are now negotiating Flock’s removal, with potential costs looming if the company doesn’t act.

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Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster—join us for the special screening of “Journey,” a gripping indie film about a father-to-be deported to Mexico who risks everything to return home before his child’s birth. Set for September 16th at 7 PM at Premiere Cinemas in Bassett Place Mall, the event includes a Q&A with director and producer Cristopher Rodriguez, a veteran filmmaker with over 15 years under his belt who’s crafted stories that resonate deep. From Houston to Mexico, Rodriguez brings raw, character-driven storytelling to life—this time tackling immigration, family, and survival with heart. Don’t miss your chance to witness this powerful film and hear firsthand from the visionary behind it.

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Flash Flood Watch hits southwestern New Mexico through Wednesday night as scattered thunderstorms bring the risk of heavy, fast-falling rain—don’t drive through flooded roads. Highs near 92°F, with gusty winds up to 20 mph near storms. Rain chances dip Thursday but return Friday with possible downpours; Saturday’s risk is low. Sunday looks gorgeous and dry. Fall officially begins Tuesday at 6:05 PM—stay safe out there.

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A reckless 20-year-old in El Paso was caught speeding at 90 mph with no headlights—then bolted when pulled over, sparking a dangerous chase. Sheriff Oscar Ugarte warned that fleeing cops endangers everyone, not just the driver. Thanks to quick help from other deputies, Hernandez was safely taken into custody with no injuries, but still faces a serious evading arrest charge and a $10K bond. A reminder: pull over, don’t run.

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While Texas and El Paso pull out of Flock’s surveillance network over privacy and misuse concerns, Horizon City and Las Cruces are doubling down—police chiefs defend the tech as vital for public safety, citing transparency and operational value in a heated national debate over surveillance.

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El Paso County just broke ground on a massive 26,000-square-foot Medical Examiner’s office — nearly double the current space — funded by voter-approved bonds, designed to revolutionize death investigation, autopsy services, and forensic analysis with upgraded facilities and expanded capacity to meet growing community needs.

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