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“F*** Yeah El Paso”: Concert goers meet at the Summit for the inaugural year of the region's newest festival
“F*** Yeah El Paso”: Concert goers meet at the Summit for the inaugural year of the region’s newest festival
May 22, 2026
Colorful lighting, patterned carpets and wood finish give each studio at Sonic Ranch a unique look, helping shape the atmosphere of the recording space.
How Sonic Ranch cut a new trail in the competitive music business
May 8, 2026
Q&A: “More, more, more”: Doom Well on new music, Sonic Ranch, and listening to nothing from the radio
Q&A: “More, more, more”: Doom Well on new music, Sonic Ranch, and listening to nothing from the radio
May 4, 2026
Q&A: “Further Into All of It”: Sparta's Jim Ward on his newfound late career ambition
Q&A: “Further Into All of It”: Sparta’s Jim Ward on his newfound late career ambition
May 2, 2026
Equalizing the fem frequency: How two female DJs turn the table on male-dominated spaces
Equalizing the fem frequency: How two female DJs turn the table on male-dominated spaces
April 8, 2026
Calling All In: One Man’s Journey to Bring Justice to Those Forgotten Pt. II
Calling All In: One Man’s Journey to Bring Justice to Those Forgotten Pt. II
September 2, 2025
The Time is Always Now: One Man's Journey to Bring Justice to Those Forgotten
The Time is Always Now: One Man’s Journey to Bring Justice to Those Forgotten
August 29, 2025
Femme Frontera has showcased films which highlight very important subjects and tell a story through cinema.
La misión cinematográfica de Femme Frontera
October 30, 2024
Directed by Academy Award winner Roger Ross Williams, cinematic masterpiece features the incredible talents of Gael García-Bernal, Bad Bunny, and Joaquín Cosío.
Sin Máscara: Celebrating Cassandro, the exótico!
November 16, 2023
At the Movies: Recap of El Paso Film Festival 2022
October 26, 2022
“F*** Yeah El Paso”: Concert goers meet at the Summit for the inaugural year of the region's newest festival
“F*** Yeah El Paso”: Concert goers meet at the Summit for the inaugural year of the region’s newest festival
May 22, 2026
Colorful lighting, patterned carpets and wood finish give each studio at Sonic Ranch a unique look, helping shape the atmosphere of the recording space.
How Sonic Ranch cut a new trail in the competitive music business
May 8, 2026
Q&A: “More, more, more”: Doom Well on new music, Sonic Ranch, and listening to nothing from the radio
Q&A: “More, more, more”: Doom Well on new music, Sonic Ranch, and listening to nothing from the radio
May 4, 2026
Q&A: “Further Into All of It”: Sparta's Jim Ward on his newfound late career ambition
Q&A: “Further Into All of It”: Sparta’s Jim Ward on his newfound late career ambition
May 2, 2026
Recording in the desert: Sonic Ranch supports artists amid a rising AI world
Recording in the desert: Sonic Ranch supports artists amid a rising AI world
January 20, 2026
Equalizing the fem frequency: How two female DJs turn the table on male-dominated spaces
Equalizing the fem frequency: How two female DJs turn the table on male-dominated spaces
April 8, 2026
Local queer bar Syndicate opened its doors on Jan 24.
A Tale of Two Sisters: Queer nightlife destinations bring techno renaissance
March 27, 2026
Blank Face, a local collective trying to cultivate a stronger music scene, had its first show on Jan. 7 at 808ofc.
Who is Blank Face? Anonymous collective looks to re-vamp El Paso music scenes
February 11, 2026
The Rhythm Resistance: Borderland DJs Amplify Community and Inclusivity through Queer Nightlife
The Rhythm Resistance: Borderland DJs Amplify Community and Inclusivity through Queer Nightlife
September 18, 2025
Since their relocation to Texas St., Lowbrow Palace has raked back-to-back sold-out shows while filling 1500 outdoor and 750 indoor spaces capacity.
Beyond the Stage of Lowbrow Palace
May 21, 2024
Don’t underestimate these kids; granted, we gave them life, but in return they continue to show us that empathy takes guts.
FOMO of the Teenage Dream
March 23, 2026
Two women, two worlds; colligating, connecting and creating something larger than themselves.
Nepantleras: The Bridge that Connects Two Worlds
March 6, 2026
Power Hour! Local content creators forge path to success
Power Hour! Local content creators forge path to success
March 3, 2026
The Gamble Against Tomorrow
The Gamble Against Tomorrow
February 23, 2026
Generation X is a term coined by historian Paul Fussell because of the age group, "did not wish to concern themselves with societal pressures, money and status."
From punk to Chuco Ska: El Paso’s longest standing band continues to embrace the subculture
February 20, 2026
Chicano tattoos are not just an aesthetic, they tell a story.
Don’t tell my mother
October 22, 2024
En la intersección de las calles Franklin y North Mesa puedes encontrar un mural de basura. El Mural esta echo por el artista Bordalo II de Portugal.
Mural de basura: Como el arte puede ayudar al medio ambiente
January 17, 2023
These photos are sent by artists Gia Flores, Pamela Vigo Sanchez, and Joanna Overton found at the El Paso's International Museum of Art.
The art exhibition that brought UTEP and local artistry together
October 11, 2022
Power Hour! Local content creators forge path to success
Power Hour! Local content creators forge path to success
March 3, 2026
Last Supper officially launched on Feb. 22, 2022. The launch date alludes to the angel number ‘222,’ meaning alignment or new beginnings.
Rebirth of the wheel: How Last Supper rewrote the skate scripture
February 4, 2026
For the Love of Cinema
For the Love of Cinema
December 2, 2025
Remember My Words: Gen Z Poets Navigate Emotional Landscapes Through Writing
Remember My Words: Gen Z Poets Navigate Emotional Landscapes Through Writing
September 25, 2025
RISE & GRIND: Local Entrepreneurs Cultivate Business in the Sun City
RISE & GRIND: Local Entrepreneurs Cultivate Business in the Sun City
September 23, 2025
Don’t underestimate these kids; granted, we gave them life, but in return they continue to show us that empathy takes guts.
FOMO of the Teenage Dream
March 23, 2026
Two women, two worlds; colligating, connecting and creating something larger than themselves.
Nepantleras: The Bridge that Connects Two Worlds
March 6, 2026
The Gamble Against Tomorrow
The Gamble Against Tomorrow
February 23, 2026
Generation X is a term coined by historian Paul Fussell because of the age group, "did not wish to concern themselves with societal pressures, money and status."
From punk to Chuco Ska: El Paso’s longest standing band continues to embrace the subculture
February 20, 2026
Tras años de depresión, negatividad e inseguridades, ella aprendió a usar el maquillaje como una manera de resaltar sus facciones en vez de ocultarlas.
La belleza de la edad es saber vivir
February 9, 2026
In today’s political climate, it is easier than ever for relationships to get torn apart because of opposing political views.
Political Polarization: The rhetorical wall built by US
February 17, 2025
After jumping the U.S.-Mexico border wall in Sunland Park, New Mexico, a man sits atop the wall, aiding two others climbing back over to the Mexican side.
The ongoing migrant crisis at the borderland
March 6, 2023
Governor Abbott and Beto O’Rourke rally for votes in waning days of early voting 
Governor Abbott and Beto O’Rourke rally for votes in waning days of early voting 
November 7, 2022
Martitas Lunch Box is a staple to the El Paso region for about 40 years. Starting in February, the restaurant offers special Lent menu items like lentil soup, topped with cilantro, and catfish fillets.
Opting out meat for Lent season? Here are five Lent-friendly restaurants around El Paso
March 16, 2026
Change is Here: GAUCIN Couture reflects on six years
Change is Here: GAUCIN Couture reflects on six years
March 12, 2026
Power Hour! Local content creators forge path to success
Power Hour! Local content creators forge path to success
March 3, 2026
787 Coffee serves drinks like classic cappuccinos, and flavors that draw from to its Puerto Rican roots like Coquito Lattes.
Tired of your usual study spot? Here are 7 cafés near UTEP to sip and swot
January 27, 2026
Tea, Tears and Sisterhood: What One Controversial App Reveals about Dating, Danger, and Female Solidarity
Tea, Tears and Sisterhood: What One Controversial App Reveals about Dating, Danger, and Female Solidarity
September 30, 2025
Change is Here: GAUCIN Couture reflects on six years
Change is Here: GAUCIN Couture reflects on six years
March 12, 2026
February 22, the night Gaucin Couture made its statement in the Sun City.
GAUCIN Couture Dazzling New Collection Redefining High Fashion in Latest Fashion Show
March 7, 2025
The machine of Casa Gaucin Couture
The machine of Casa Gaucin Couture
October 11, 2024
The October Issue
The October Issue
October 10, 2022
Martitas Lunch Box is a staple to the El Paso region for about 40 years. Starting in February, the restaurant offers special Lent menu items like lentil soup, topped with cilantro, and catfish fillets.
Opting out meat for Lent season? Here are five Lent-friendly restaurants around El Paso
March 16, 2026
787 Coffee serves drinks like classic cappuccinos, and flavors that draw from to its Puerto Rican roots like Coquito Lattes.
Tired of your usual study spot? Here are 7 cafés near UTEP to sip and swot
January 27, 2026
Tea, Tears and Sisterhood: What One Controversial App Reveals about Dating, Danger, and Female Solidarity
Tea, Tears and Sisterhood: What One Controversial App Reveals about Dating, Danger, and Female Solidarity
September 30, 2025
Artificial Intelligence has created waves within the art world, creating a conflicting stance towards its tool that generates modern age artwork. The usage of AI has raised questions about how it is changing the making and cosumption of art.
AI vs Art: The Creative Crash of The Century
March 1, 2024
Matthew Braxton is a 23-year-old UTEP student, who is the founder and CEO of the company Revcorp PC.
Matthew Braxton
October 19, 2023
The pursuit of cryptocurrency on the border
The pursuit of cryptocurrency on the border
October 11, 2022
Twitch streaming taught me to never give up: Meihki 
Twitch streaming taught me to never give up: Meihki 
November 18, 2020
Local high schooler Anthony Chavez faced one of the toughest periods of his life after ACL surgery, confronting both physical and mental challenges.
Still Standing: An athlete’s fight through injury and loss
April 28, 2026
Boxeadora profesional, Nayeli Rodríguez, transforma cada dificultad externa en un impulso para dar lo mejor de sí.
La Bikina: Camino al éxito y peleando contra las adversarias
March 18, 2026
Scotty Walden is now serving as the 27th head coach in UTEP history, with previously being the head coach of Austin Peay State University.
Be patient of the Walden era
November 13, 2024
"I would say I'm pretty outgoing once you get to know me. I'd say I'm hardworking, and maybe funny, I like making my teammates laugh." -Jacob Presutti
Tee-Time
October 17, 2023
"My mom has taught me my whole life that there are gifts that God gives us and there's things that we are called to do. I believe that basketball is a gift that God has given me," Petree said.
Mahrianna Petree: and the world of college basketball
February 1, 2023
Is intimacy dead or am I just naïve?
Is intimacy dead or am I just naïve?
June 12, 2026
Heated Rivalry: Just the tip (of the iceberg) on closeted athletes
Heated Rivalry: Just the tip (of the iceberg) on closeted athletes
February 7, 2026
Santa is Coming to Town, but is the Christmas Spirit long gone?
Santa is Coming to Town, but is the Christmas Spirit long gone?
December 17, 2025
Wishful Winter, Please Be Good to Me
Wishful Winter, Please Be Good to Me
December 12, 2025
Last Christmas, I Gave You My Heart
Last Christmas, I Gave You My Heart
December 5, 2025
Vol. 42, Spring 2026
Vol. 42, Spring 2026
February 3, 2026
Vol. 41, Fall 2025
Vol. 41, Fall 2025
September 9, 2025
Vol. 40, Spring 2025
Vol. 40, Spring 2025
January 21, 2025
Vol. 39, Fall 2024
Vol. 39, Fall 2024
September 10, 2024
Vol. 38, Spring 2024
Vol. 38, Spring 2024
January 16, 2024
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Feminismo: Mujeres de la frontera derriban tabúes

Feminismo: Mujeres de la frontera derriban tabúes

August 30, 2017

Historia y fotografías de Claudia Hernández Desde marchas, campañas y revueltas, el feminismo se ha ganado su lugar en el reflector. Esto podría deberse a un aumento de conciencia social que ha habido...

The Demonstration Effect and Women in Politics

The Demonstration Effect and Women in Politics

September 29, 2016

Story By  Julia Hettiger  Illustrations and Design by Jacobo de la Rosa With just a simple movement, a whole row of dominoes can go tumbling–one by one knocking each other down. This is known as the...

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