Maria Torres

Bureau Chief · El Paso, TX

Maria Torres is the Bureau Chief at El Paso Current, with over 15 years of experience in local journalism. She graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso and previously worked as a senior reporter for the El Paso Times, where she focused on community engagement and social issues. Her passion for storytelling and commitment to the El Paso community shines through in every piece she writes.

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UTEP and New Mexico State hoops gear up for 232nd meeting in the Battle of I-10

The air crackles with anticipation here in El Paso, and it’s not just because of the crisp November chill. It's the feeling you get before a good, old-fashioned rivalry game – a feeling that’s been building for over two centuries. This Friday, the UTEP Miners and the New Mexico State Aggies will...

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Plays of the Week: Nov 2-8

Plays of the Week: Nov 2-8 by Chas Messman Wed, November 11, 2026 at 10:23 PM KFOX - d9fdbdd8-65b6-4f42-92b9-cb6b0ed18ce4.png Comment on this story 0 Comment Share story Share topics: Local plays Touchdown Horizon El Dorado New Mexico State Western New Mexico Liberty Bel Air EL PASO, Texas (KFOX...

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