Good morning, El Paso.

El Paso welcomed its first two babies of 2026 when a baby girl, Eden Marie, was born at Hospitals of Providence and a baby boy, Austin Alvarez, was born at University Medical Center on Jan.

1. Their births mark a joyful start to the new year in our community.

Residents in a lower valley neighborhood expressed concern about stray and feral cats being poisoned after authorities visited to speak with locals, and one caregiver who looks after around 20 cats said neighbors discovered cat bodies in their yards (since early December).

Skaters at Carolina Skatepark have faced increased safety risks for over three months due to broken and missing lights that make nighttime skating hazardous.

City staff is investigating the issue and coordinating with El Paso Electric to plan necessary repairs.

Many El Paso residents cross into Juárez to save on groceries amid rising U.S. prices.

Shoppers like Ofelia Lopez plan multi-stop trips+combining errands, although customs rules limit which products can be brought back.

UTEP announced that its new Texas Western Hall will open next semester as the university closes the Liberal Arts Building, and morning courses will shift to a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule to add over 200 extra course sections per semester.

Mary Ellen Jerumbo, owner of Backstreet Gym in West El Paso and a 7-time powerlifting champion, urges locals to move their bodies each day — adopting daily workouts and clean-eating habits rather than treating fitness as a temporary New Year’s goal — so they build lasting strength and mental health.

UFC legend Holly Holmes returns to boxing to face undefeated local star Stephanie Han for the WBA lightweight title in San Juan this weekend.

The 6 p.m. bout (local time) marks Holmes’ comeback after a 12-year focus on UFC.

On Friday, Jan. 2, the UTEP Miners men's basketball team lost 79-55 to Missouri State on the road, dropping their record to 4-9 while Missouri State improved to 8-5.

The team will face Florida International Sunday at 2:00 p.m.

Duke edged Arizona State 42-39 on Dec.

31 in the high-scoring Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl that featured a thrilling finish for fans.

El Paso's champion Stephanie Han defends her WBA lightweight title today in San Juan at 7 p.m. CT against Albuquerque's Holly Holm — a veteran in boxing and MMA.

The bout airs live on DAZN as part of a fight card featuring Amanda Serrano vs. Reina Tellez.

The 66th live racing season at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino kicked off on Friday, Jan.

2 and will run 55 days with quarter horse races on Friday and Saturday and thoroughbred races on Sunday and Monday until Apr. 5. The season features the $500,000 Sunland Derby on Feb. 15 as a key event.

The UTEP women opened CUSA play with an 82-71 win over Delaware on Jan.

2 at the Don Haskins Center. The team shot 50% & forced 21 turnovers, with strong performances from Ndack Mbengue and Ivanne Tensaie as they prepare to host Liberty Sunday at noon.

Days of Remembrance - Bridal, Quince & Sweet 16 Expo

11 AM – 5 PM — El Paso Convention Center — Admission details not specified — Discover the largest and longest-running bridal and quinceañera expo in the region.

1st Meetup Fundraiser Luncheon at L&J Cafe

1-3 p.m. — L & J Cafe — Fundraising event — Enjoy a cozy luncheon while supporting a community-driven Meetup group for those 50 and over.

Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings

6:30-7:29 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting melodies from 'Bridgerton' by candlelight with a talented string quartet.

EMORFIK Live Performance

9-11 p.m. — 11:11 EP TX — Tickets from $51 — Emorfik brings unforgettable vibes to El Paso in this lively concert.

Tips for Winter Gardening

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Ascarate Teaching & Demonstration Garden — Free entry — Explore winter gardening techniques and enjoy family-friendly activities in the garden.