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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.

CRIME NEWS

  • At an El Paso courthouse this week, survivors and families of the 2019 Walmart mass shooting addressed convicted gunman Patrick Crusius, recounting personal losses and lasting pain from his racist attack — with voices ranging from deep sorrow to reluctant forgiveness — and noting that his hateful act united the community against hate.  KTSM
  • Patrick Crusius left the courthouse on April 22 after pleading guilty to charges for the 2019 Walmart shooting that killed 23 people—35 victims shared how their lives were changed—ensuring he will serve a life sentence far from El Paso.  El Paso Matters
  • Families of victims offered impact statements on day two after the Walmart shooter pleaded guilty and was sentenced on Tuesday — their words detailed the lasting pain caused by the tragedy.  KFOX14
  • Victim impact statements were heard at the El Paso County Courthouse as family members confronted Patrick Crusius—who pleaded guilty on April 21 and was sentenced to life without parole—for the Aug. 3 attack that killed 23 and injured over 20.  KTSM
  • During the second day of victim impact statements in the August 3 Walmart shooting trial, over 100 victims and families gave their accounts by voice only, and Yolanda Tinajero, sister of victim Arturo Benavides, hugged shooter Patrick Crusius + the session saw many emotional moments.  KVIA
  • Relatives of Jordan Anchondo addressed the impact of the mass shooting on August 3rd during a live broadcast, sharing their personal accounts of loss and calling for accountability.  KVIA
  • Patrick Crusius, the gunman from the Walmart shooting on August 3rd, returned to court on April 22nd to listen to over 100 survivors and family members giving impact statements, with 49 confronting him—proceedings continue in court today.  KVIA
  • On April 22, 2025, Yolanda Tinajero hugged Patrick Crusius in court after delivering her impact statement recalling how he killed her brother in the 2019 El Paso Walmart shooting—judge Sam Medrano permitted the gesture as courtroom observers wept over the moment.  El Paso Matters
  • Customs and Border Protection officers at Paso Del Norte port of entry seized 12.14 pounds of fentanyl and 0.3 pounds of cocaine hidden in the battery box of a red scooter driven by an 18-year-old girl Monday at 8 p.m.—she was arrested and turned over to Homeland Security Investigations to face federal charges.  KFOX14

EVENTS

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  • UTEP Education Job Fair

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

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 4/27/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 5/1/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 5/6/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • El Paso Career Fair

    9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn El Paso / University — Free entry — Connect with top employers across diverse industries at this career fair.

    Mon, 5/12/25

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