Good morning, El Paso.

El Paso was ranked the second best large city to live in for 2025-26 by U.S. News and World Report+ the ranking reflects rising interest in the city's quality amenities.

Farmworker advocacy groups gathered in central El Paso on Tuesday, Apr.

7 to discuss challenges faced by farmworker women and call on the government to recognize them as essential workers and push for immigration and labor reforms (including ending family detention and improving workplace conditions).

Rosie Juárez will release her memoir 'His Niece' today from Redeemed Ink Press and appear at local bookstores later this month.

She will sign books at Nook Bookstore Café and Margin Notes Bookbar (Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, Apr. 25).

BTS will hold sold-out shows in El Paso on May 2-3 as part of their ARIRANG world tour—following their record-breaking kickoff on April 9 in Goyang, and fans can look forward to official merchandise, although the signature light stick has largely sold out.

UTEP announced a $10 million donation to support developing a law school on campus.

The funding, from Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro, P.C. and the Paul L. Foster Family Foundation, will help meet a $20 million need and guide a request in the 2027 legislative session.

El Paso Community College earned Gold Military Friendly status on Thursday and now supports over 3,000 service members, veterans and their families with tailored admissions and advisory programs (including eight-week evening classes offered with Fort Bliss).

UTEP College of Education has launched its first fully online doctoral program in education leadership & administration for working educators.

The program offers flexible study options for advanced training.

El Paso Matters reporter Priscilla Totiyapungprasert explains how a lone beaver has built six dams at Rio Bosque Wetlands Park, showcasing nature’s resilience in our urban setting.

The podcast details the park’s use of a beaver (deceiver) to quietly manage water flow.

The El Paso Fire Department earned an ISO Class 1 fire protection rating from the Insurance Services Office, placing it among the top 1% of departments for safety.

This result underscores a strong commitment to high fire protection standards.

City director Randy Garcia explained that traffic lights are timed using a citywide system that gives busier roads extra green time and side streets longer red lights to manage traffic flow.

Residents are asked to report malfunctions via 3-1-1 and follow posted speeds for efficient travel.

The Consulate General of Mexico in El Paso is hosting its 8th edition of External Legal Advice Week (SALE) and offering free legal consultations on immigration and rights until today from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. via social media guidance.

UTEP's men's basketball team is set for complete turnover as all 12 eligible players are in the transfer portal after an 11-20 season.

Coach Joe Golding said the team will bring in new players for its Mountain West move, with visits continuing until April 21.

Farewell 5K Run and 1K fun walk

After nine years of hosting 5K races to raise scholarship funds for El Paso youth, the Coach Archie Duran Memorial Fund is hosting its final race on April 12.

Soft Skills for the Workplace Workshop

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — El Paso Public Library José Cisneros Cielo Vista Branch — Snacks Provided — Enhance your professional profile by mastering essential skills for success in the workplace.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders LIVE!

7-9:30 p.m. — Abraham Chavez Theatre — Cost varies — Experience the iconic Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders in a vibrant live performance featuring their legendary moves.

Pancho Barraza Concert

7-11 p.m. — El Paso Live — Ticket info available — Enjoy an evening of live music with the celebrated Pancho Barraza.

Public Speaking & Presentation Skills Workshop

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Amistad — Free entry — Master the art of confident communication and engage your audience effectively.

Symphonic Band Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall — Tickets from $15 — Experience an unforgettable night of symphonic music in El Paso.

El Paso Symphony Orchestra: Carmina with UTEP Choral Union

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — $17 – $49 — Experience a vibrant evening of orchestral music featuring Mozart and Orff's masterpieces.

Orlando Performance at UTEP

2-5 p.m. — UTEP Wise Family Theatre — Tickets from $39 — Experience the enchanting dance performance of Orlando at UTEP.

UTEP Concert Band Performance

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall — Tickets from $17 — Experience the unforgettable performance of the UTEP Concert Band in El Paso.

Mariachi Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall — Tickets from $15 — Experience an unforgettable night of vibrant Mariachi music in El Paso.