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El Paso
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crews improved Horizon Boulevard and South Darrington with new pavement and signals while utility work closed parts of Darrington (Homestead to Roslyn) for about 10 weeks; drivers face a 33-hour I-10 westbound closure between Los Mochis and Anthony starting Sat, May 16, with some ramp closures until May 2027. KFOX14
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Microsoft hosted a workforce development summit in El Paso on Tuesday to help local schools and businesses prepare for the growing AI economy. The two-day event showcased training programs and partnerships (Microsoft) to boost digital skills in the community. KFOX14
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Black Veil Brides will headline a free, 21+ concert at Speaking Rock Casino on Aug. 29 at 5:30 p.m. The lineup includes Holy Wars, Archers & Caskets. KFOX14
- ➤ Cool Canyon Nights returns this summer to McKelligon Canyon, with 12 live music acts performing every Thursday starting at 6 p.m.—the series begins with Mariachi Los Arrieros and wraps with Fungi Mungle, and will also include food trucks, vendors, and giveaways. KVIA
- ➤ On Monday night, El Paso singer-songwriter Julián Kalel returned to the American Idol stage to perform a duet with judge Luke Bryan of country classic 'A Thousand Miles From Nowhere' during the season’s grand finale — his comeback follows an earlier elimination and a break to focus on mental health. KVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ El Paso city council approved a five-year lease that lets Carl L. Robinson HEAT Retreat run the former YMCA Bowling Branch facility—upgrading it with a $2 million boost. Swim sessions start at Camp Cohen Water Park on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 7 to 10:30 a.m. until Sept. 7. KVIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local readers voted to choose the top high school athlete from nominees who excelled in baseball, tennis, track and softball from May 4-9. The vote will name a standout performer for El Paso Children's Hospital while highlighting strong showings from athletes like Makenzie Baptist and Emily Sanchez. El Paso Times
- ➤ El Paso native Stephanie Han will face Holly Holm for the WBA Lightweight World Championship in a rematch at the El Paso County Coliseum on Saturday, May 30. The four-fight card will be live on ESPN at 9 p.m. ET. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso Locomotive FC signed Cristo Fernández—known for his role as Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso—on Tuesday. The deal, pending league and federation approval, follows a two-month trial and he will join as a midfielder on the team’s 2026 roster. KVIA
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
7-9:30 p.m. — El Paso Live — Tickets available — Experience a mesmerizing blend of Rock & Metal anthems performed by a classical orchestra in a candlelit setting.
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Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular
7-9:30 p.m. — El Paso Live — VIP tickets available — Experience a breathtaking laser show accompanied by the iconic music of Pink Floyd.
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Lou Deezi Live with GMoneyDt
7-8:30 p.m. — 11:11 EP TX — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable night filled with vibrant beats and high energy performances.
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Whitey Morgan and the 78's Live
6-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Experience the raw energy of outlaw country with Whitey Morgan & The 78's and special guest Leroy From The North.
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MVPW-03 - Han vs Holm 2
3 PM — El Paso County Coliseum — Tickets available — Witness hometown hero Stephanie Han defend her title in an exciting championship bout.
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The Altons Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets vary — Experience a fusion of soul, rock, and Latin vibes with energetic grooves.
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Caifanes Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — El Paso Live — Ticket costs may apply — Experience the iconic sounds of Caifanes live in concert.
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