Good morning, El Paso.

El Paso Museum of History has launched a new exhibit—Hacienda Heights to Ranchland—that shows how schools, businesses, and a changing economy shaped the neighborhood from 1950 to 1990.

The exhibit will remain on display for the next year.

Authorities said a 31-year-old El Paso man died after his 2019 Kawasaki ZX-6R motorcycle hit a curb and tossed him when he attempted a U-turn on Montana Avenue and Saul Kleinfeld Drive on Tuesday, April 8—speeding is believed to have contributed to the fatal crash.

A 21-year-old man — Hekter Enrique Carreto — was arrested on March 30 after he reportedly beat, raped, and robbed a woman at a smoke shop on Dyer Dr. in Northeast El Paso on March 28; police said the victim was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries and he now faces multiple charges with a $5,000,000 bond.

The Texas DPS is searching for Esteban Acosta (35), a suspected member of the Crucés Boyz gang, after troopers lost sight of his white Ford Equinox on Interstate 10 near Mile Marker 3 on April 10, which led to lockdowns at Lone Star, Canutillo and Alderete schools that ended before 3 p.m.

The El Paso Police Department is hosting a free VIN etching event at Take 5 Oil Change at 915 Sunland Park Dr. on Saturday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to noon to help deter catalytic converter theft—over 735 thefts were reported in the past three years.

Downtown library reopened today after four years of closure for the pandemic and a $7 million renovation.

The 70-year-old building now welcomes residents to sign up for library cards.

El Paso Water broke ground earlier this year on its new Pure Water Center that will send treated wastewater directly into the distribution system — delivering 10 million gallons daily.

The facility, set to be fully operational in 2028, is part of the city’s effort to extend its limited water supply amid ongoing shortages.

UTEP Education Job Fair

9 AM – 3 PM — Don Haskins Center — Free entry — Connect with recruiters for education positions across El Paso and beyond.

Primavera en la Frontera Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Chuco Relic Central — Free entry — Celebrate spring with local art, food, music, and handcrafted goods at this vibrant community market.

RAIN - A Tribute to The Beatles

7-8:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live, note-for-note performance of classic Beatles hits by RAIN.

El Paso Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl

2-9 p.m. — RAD El Paso West — Tickets available — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a festive bar crawl featuring top-rated venues and exclusive perks.

UTEP Symphony Orchestra Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — University of Texas at El Paso — Ticket purchase required — Experience a night of enchanting orchestral music performed by the UTEP Symphony Orchestra.

General Business Networking: Elevating Your Potential

6-8 p.m. — The Hoppy Monk — Limited tickets — Expand your network and connect with industry professionals in acting, production, and more.

Pima Medical Institute Open House

9 AM — Pima Medical Institute — Free entry — Explore career paths in medical, dental, and veterinary fields with hands-on experiences and faculty support.

NAHL South Division Finals

7-11 p.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — Cost varies — Witness thrilling hockey action in the South Division Finals live from El Paso.

May Critique Group Meeting for Fiction Writers

1-3 p.m. — Village Inn — Free to attend — Join fellow writers for constructive feedback in a supportive environment to enhance your craft.