Good morning, El Paso.

El Paso Matters won seven first-place honors from the Texas Managing Editors awards (held this weekend at the convention center downtown).

The nonprofit newsroom was recognized for investigative reporting on data centers, breaking news, community service and local immigration coverage, showing its strong commitment to local journalism.

Veterans returned to El Paso International Airport from the free Honor Flight on Saturday after a trip to Washington to visit memorials; local residents welcomed them with signs, music and applause.

On Saturday, Candlelighters held a Day of the Children party event in El Paso – partnering with Stub Hub and KVIA to raffle BTS concert tickets for families.

Arelene Sifuentes was drawn as the winner of the two tickets.

Today a new mural by the late artist Hal Marcus was unveiled at the Casa Ford dealership to honor the region's first Thanksgiving.

Luke Lowenfield, vice president of Casa Auto Group, said over a couple hundred locals attended the event featuring cultural performances (emphasizing community unity).

A power outage has been impacting about 1,500 customers in the Duranguito area since Sunday at 2:59 p.m.—crews are working to locate the cause and restore power.

TxDOT announced that lanes on I-10 eastbound near Anthony reopened early after crews completed a major traffic switch ahead of schedule.

Traffic changes remain in effect as crews continue work on the outside lanes.

El Paso Water crews stabilized Cement Lake Dam in West El Paso after officials warned of a near collapse — roads reopened while teams continue to remove water and reinforce the structure.

At the Coliseum on Saturday, April 25, the CFC 6: Proving Grounds event drew 4,000 fans to watch eight MMA bouts that featured local fighters, debut wins, and an emotional farewell for a retiring competitor.

Former UTEP players Solo Barnes and Neil Campbell earned NFL tryout opportunities as Barnes will try out with the New Orleans Saints and Campbell with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after strong 2025 performances.

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.

Clue: The Whodunit Musical

7-10 p.m. — El Paso Live — Ticketed event — Experience a night of mystery and laughter in this interactive adaptation of the classic game.

Ximena Sariñana Concert

12-4 AM — San Jacinto Plaza — Check event page for ticket info — Enjoy an enchanting performance featuring Sintiendo Rara by Ximena Sariñana.

Sol Summit

12:00 – 11:59 PM — San Jacinto Plaza — Cost varies — Experience an unforgettable day of music and entertainment in El Paso.

Los Lonely Boys Live at Rockpango Fest 2026

6-8 p.m. — Teatro Abraham Chávez — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant Texan sound of Los Lonely Boys blending rock, blues, and country.

Tripping Daisy Concert

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of eclectic pop rock tunes in a beloved El Paso venue.

Cazzu - Latinaje North America Tour

7-9 p.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — $46 — Argentine trap star Cazzu electrifies the stage with her high-energy performance in the Sun City.

Gimme Gimme Disco

8:30-11:00 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — $22.16 — America’s most iconic disco party featuring ABBA and other disco classics for an energetic night on the dance floor.

Joseph Capriati Live in El Paso

6-9 p.m. — Lost & Found — $60.77 — Experience the energetic marathon DJ set of Italian techno master Joseph Capriati.