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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than two dozen veterans from El Paso and Las Cruces took a trip to Washington DC this week to visit the Korean and Vietnam War memorials — one Korean War veteran and 30 Vietnam War veterans were among the group. ABC 7's Doppler Dave Speelman covered the trip and captured the veterans' emotional memories as they honored their service. KVIA
- ➤ On April 27, El Paso Matters was named Newsroom of the Year by Texas Managing Editors—making it the first online-only nonprofit news outlet to earn this honor. The organization also secured 12 additional statewide awards during the ceremony in San Antonio. El Paso Matters
- ➤ Today, Make a Wish El Paso granted its 1,000th wish to five-year-old Colton, who suffers from congenital heart disease, during the annual Walk for Wishes in El Paso + he will travel to Disney World this summer. KVIA
- ➤ Cherry Hill School hosted its 4th Annual Touch a Truck event in El Paso to educate children about the powerful machines that keep our community running—featuring fire trucks, police cars, a helicopter, bounce houses, face painting and food vendors, with all proceeds going to The Hill School’s scholarship programs, curriculum needs and technology updates. KVIA
- ➤ The Rio Grande Honor Flight 19 returned to El Paso this evening carrying over 30 Vietnam veterans who were welcomed with cheers, music, and signs at the airport. Veterans walked to a live performance by the Fort Bliss 1st armored division band—organizers said more flights will be planned as long as there are veterans to honor. KVIA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The El Paso mariachi band Mariachi Leyenda Azteca's vehicle was hit by baseball size hail as it drove home from a performance near Carlsbad on Friday night—damaging its equipment—and although no one was hurt, band member Jessica Delgado said she feared for her life when hail shattered the windows while director Jose Pompa said repairs may cost thousands. KVIA
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ El Paso police are asking for help in identifying a man in his 20's with a dark complexion—seen riding a BMX bicycle at 4 a.m. on March 9—who stole over $6,000 in jewelry from a kiosk at Cielo Vista Mall. KFOX14
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. District Judge David Briones in El Paso ruled on April 25 that ICE should no longer detain Julio Cesar Sanchez Puentes and Luddis Norelia Sanchez Garcia after finding they lacked a lawful basis for holding them under the Alien Enemies Act—he ordered their release so they could return to Washington, D.C. where they have lived with their three children since 2022. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Parkland High School grad Deion Hankins will join the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent after not being selected in the NFL Draft held April 24 to 26+ he set city rushing records at Parkland and played at UTEP and Texas State. El Paso Times
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2025 BBB El Paso Torch & Spark Awards
5-7 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Celebrate local businesses — Honoring Champions of Trust in our community's ethical leadership.
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Candlelight Tribute to Luis Miguel
6:30-8:30 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting melodies of Luis Miguel performed by the Four Bridges String Quartet under the glow of candlelight.
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