City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico — population 111,385 (2020 census)
Valeria Luiselli’s fourth novel, Beginning Middle End, follows a narrator touring Europe with her daughter as she seeks a narrative arc. The book unfolds across Sicily, Germany and the Netherlands, with episodic chapters and mythic elements, meeting resistance to a conventional plot. Critics note its fragmented structure while recognizing its probing look at memory, storytelling and family.
A 29-foot limestone statue at Mount Cristo Rey remains at the center of a legal clash after the U.S. government pursues land seizure for a proposed border wall. Diocese argues the move infringes religious liberty, while authorities say the project will protect the area and support border security.
A guide to lesser-known fall landscapes across the United States, highlighting offbeat spots from the Midwest to New England and beyond, with practical tips on crowds, reservations, and hidden gems.