Good morning, El Paso.

El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego explained that the Walmart shooter was given a life sentence through a plea deal that removed the death penalty to help the community heal — he also provided updates on the Bridge of the Americas project and the county’s improved response to the measles outbreak. This conversation highlighted ongoing efforts to support local safety and progress.

Judge Sam Medrano in El Paso allowed two victims to hug convicted gunman Patrick Crusius—who killed 23 people in the 2019 Walmart shooting—during his sentencing, with family members saying the act brought healing and forgiveness.

El Paso is celebrating World Book Day with events and book swaps at local bookstores, breweries and libraries that run until April 26.

Families can enjoy Día de los Niños, Día de los Libros at Washington Park on April 26—an event with parades, music and free books for kids.

Today, the Texas Senate passed a resolution written by Senator Cesar J.

Blanco to name El Paso the Boot Capital of Texas, and it will go to the Texas House for review. Local leaders like Mayor Renard Johnson and County Judge Ricardo Samaniego backed the move—saying it honors boot makers like Lucchese and BlackJack Boots—because the city has a long bootmaking tradition.

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.

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.