Reporting on gun violence is difficult. It’s especially hard when it’s your hometown. I hail from El Paso; my family and I had Christmas photos taken at Cielo Vista Mall just last year. The headlines have been devastating for everyone, including fellow El Pasoans on the ground, like Carlos Morales. But it’s in these stories of selflessness and sacrifice that we see the resilience of the Sun City shine through. And in sticking with
the story
, hopefully we can begin reporting more on possible solutions to the violence afflicting all corners of our country. As El Paso begins to rebuild, we stand with them in this trying time. Learn more about the response in El Paso with this week’s stories.
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State Sen. José Rodríguez On Gun Violence, Hate Speech And Trump
“My feeling is that [Trump] should stay away from El Paso. But as a state senator … if he’s coming to apologize to El Paso and to the Latino community in general, and if he’s coming to offer assistance, that’s a different matter.”
After Tragedy, El Paso Prepares For Back To School Season
First day jitters are now replaced by a different kind of anxiety for many students and staff. EPISD Superintendent Juan Cabrera is calling on teachers to show strength through hard times.
We’ve seen an outpouring of love and support for the people of El Paso on social media.
This post on Facebook where El Pasoans share their own memories and experiences is definitely worth reading. Here’s just one great comment: