Former school trustee Sal Mena indicted by federal grand jury
Posted on August 29, 2008
He is charged with mail fraud, conspiracy to commit mail fraud, wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, depriving the public of the right to honest services and making false statements to obtain credit.
Government pledges to open some corruption court documents
Posted on September 3, 2008
“Let's hope this is a sign that the courts and prosecutors in El Paso have finally realized that an important component of the justice system is the ability of citizens to find out what's going on in the publicly funded court system," said Lucy Dalglish, executive director of the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press in Washington.
At City Council, you don't need to go to the meetings to talk about them
Posted on September 3, 2008
City Rep. Eddie Holguin engaged in an argument about what happened at a series of meetings he did not attend, city Rep. Rachel Quintana said she wasn't trying to point fingers in complaining about a lack of backup material for meetings, and everyone agreed to look at the Greater Chamber of Commerce's use of space in the Civic Center.
Injunction on border wall construction denied; case continues
Posted on September 3, 2008
In rejecting an injunction, Judge Montalvo cited, among other reasons, the 1996 immigration reform and other laws that gave broad powers to the Attorney General and later the Department of Homeland Security.
Ciudad Juarez NGOs Demand Mexican Army Leave Town
Posted on September 3, 2008
Ostensibly deployed to control the warring gangs that have further bloodied an already violence-wracked city, the Mexican army is under increasing criticism for its alleged conduct on the border and in other parts of the state of Chihuahua.
Mena hospitalized and back in custody after suicide attempt
Posted on September 2, 2008
Mena evidently went home to his apartment in Central El Paso after his release and, at some point, took a sleep-inducing medication.
Republican National Convention Schedule of Events
Posted on September 2, 2008
Several events have thrown the convention schedule off (namely Gustav) and the convention planners will post updated schedules each day. For instance, tomorrow's schedule is not yet posted.
A Plan for Juarez
Posted on September 2, 2008
Plan Estrategico, a non-partisan association independent from the government, is convinced that the majority of politicians in Juarez act in terms of getting votes and not in favor of changing the city.
Couple sues city over police raid
Posted on August 30, 2008
The suit alleges that the police deliberately humiliated the couple in the process of serving an invalid search warrant, illegally entered the house and failed to have Fort Bliss military police with them when they went to the home, which was military housing.
Press Release: Hispanic Texas Legislators Champion Pedal Power At Democratic National Convention
Posted on August 29, 2008
Freewheelin con La Raza bike ride highlights importance of exercise, health and sustainability.
McCain Chooses Woman for Veep Slot
Posted on August 29, 2008
John McCain tapped little-known Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin to be his vice presidential running mate.
Barack Obama's Speech
Posted on August 29, 2008
Delivered at Invesco stadium Thursday, August 28, 2008 at 8 p.m.
Obama, Invesco
Posted on August 29, 2008
DENVER -- Culminating with the week a bang, literally, Democratic Party presidential nominee Barack Obama accepted his party's nomination Thursday night.
New police contract restricts polygraph use, prevents questioning officers involved in shootings for 48 hours
Posted on August 27, 2008
While Police Chief Greg Allen and the head of the police union, Bobby Holguin, supported those changes, former Chief Richard Wiles and the police union's former attorney, Bill Ellis, appeared before City Council to oppose them.
City tries new more aggessive affordable housing strategy, invests $7.3 million
Posted on August 28, 2008
In the name of affordable housing, the city has been taking federal funds, putting money in the hands of qualified first-time buyers and sending them out to find their starter home, apparently with mixed results.
"We won!": Soldiers go from tense standoff with police to a meeting with Obama
Posted on August 28, 2008
DENVER -- The group Veterans Against the War marched four miles, with thousands of civilian supporters, to demand an audience with presidential nominee Barack Obama. Things were edging close to something bad when the word went out that Obama's staff said he'd meet a representative of the group.
Street Scenes, Denver, Aug. 27, 2008
Posted on August 28, 2008
DENVER -- On California, an entrepreneur expanded his business. At Civic Center Park, a Critical Mass. And at Speer and Market, police, protesters, and soldiers avoided confrontation.
Obama becomes Democratic nominee for president by acclamation, and at Clinton's urging
Posted on August 27, 2008
State Rep. Norma Chavez said that "President Clinton sealed the deal. He was forthright and his message was clear, Obama is ready. That was the message. When a very popular president makes that statement it's very very important."
Readers Respond: Hillary, Moreno, DavidK, Escobar
Posted on August 27, 2008
Comments on: "Hillary Clinton's rousing speech, which may not matter so much"; "Paul Moreno Dishonors the Legacy of Cesar Chavez"; "Escobar on the Raise: Not Final"; and "My Rise and Fall from KHRO Grace."
Street Scenes, Denver, Aug. 26, 2008
Posted on August 27, 2008
DENVER -- A look at some of the activity and events taking place in and around Denver's Downtown, as the convention takes on its shape and character.
Hillary Rodham Clinton's Speech
Posted on August 27, 2008
Below is the text as prepared for Hillary Rodham Clinton's speech to the Democratic convention.
Hillary Emailed Me
Posted on August 27, 2008
I signed up for Hillary Clinton's email newsletter and after 18 months, it's still exciting to get emails from big celebrities like a presidential candidate.
Hillary Clinton's rousing speech, which may not matter so much
Posted on August 27, 2008
DENVER -- It's questionable whether her speech will change any minds. It may not matter. It was Hillary Clinton's night, but it was clear it's Barack Obama's convention.
Get to Know Your Delegates
Posted on August 27, 2008
According to the El Paso Democratic Party website, there are 10 delegates representing El Paso at the Democratic National Convention. Provided here is the list of names; get to know your delegates.
Paul Moreno Dishonors the Legacy of Cesar Chavez
Posted on August 27, 2008
Moreno should know that an effort to use the name of Cesar Chavez to divide two communities that have struggled for equality and social justice is the opposite of the teachings of Cesar Chavez and the ideals he stood for.
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