Sunday, May 18th, 2025

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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ El Paso law enforcement agencies joined a ride-along with the new DWI Task Force to check drivers for signs of impairment, with 36 arrests recorded over Easter weekend and many repeat offenders identified—Sheriff Oscar Ugarte plans to propose a permanent unit in October. KTSM
- ➤ Residents at the Myrtle Ave & Noble St corner reported rising crime including drug use, prostitution and stabbings, with one business owner's staff threatened by a drug dealer on April 22 while city officials urged everyone to call police or 311 if they see suspicious activity. KVIA
- ➤ Horizon City Police Department’s new DWI task force patrolled the streets tonight—officers stopped drivers for safety violations and detained several teenagers showing signs of alcohol consumption, then arranged for their parents to pick them up. KFOX14
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deputies with the county sheriff’s office collected dozens of firearms at a gun buyback event on Saturday as Sheriff Oscar Ugarte and county officials urged residents to turn in unused guns to cut gun violence—this event was funded by a grant and marked the last round before future buybacks may rely on community funding. KVIA
- ➤ The El Paso Police Department turned 152 years old and held its first public celebration on Saturday at the Police Academy where officers showcased their K-9, bomb squad and swat teams along with family activities and food trucks (152 in Blue). KVIA
- ➤ Travis and El Paso county attorneys joined with district attorneys to file a lawsuit in Austin over new Texas Administrative Code rules that they say breach the state constitution and force them to share private case details—rules that they claim add a heavy workload and risk victim privacy. Attorney General Paxton defends the rules as a way to hold rogue district attorneys accountable—experts expect a judge may soon order an injunction. KFOX14
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Centennial Hawks completed their perfect 30-0 season with a 10-1 win over La Cueva in the state championship at the Lobo softball field in Albuquerque yesterday—securing the NMAA title. Both teams were vying for their third state title, with La Cueva last winning in 2017. KVIA
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Taittinger Champagne Dinner
Evening event — Thyme Restaurant — $31 to $50 — Celebrate the artistry of Taittinger Champagne with a curated wine and dining experience.
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Candlelight Concert: From Bach to The Beatles
6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of classical and Beatles music illuminated by candlelight.
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Greg Morton Live Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — $TBA — Experience the hilarious antics of America's Got Talent favorite Greg Morton!
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Traditional Asian Cooking Class
10-11:30 a.m. — The Phoenix Apartments — Contact for cost — Master the art of making Pad Thai and more in this hands-on cooking session.
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Downtown Treasures Tour
9-11 a.m. — Popular Treasure — Free admission — Discover the artistic legacy of downtown El Paso on this engaging guided walk.
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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders On Tour - El Paso
6-7:30 p.m. — Abraham Chavez Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of the iconic Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders live in El Paso.
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Badass Human Race
7 AM – 6 PM — 401 N Mesa St, El Paso, TX — Entry fee varies — Conquer a unique 3-mile obstacle course race through downtown streets and push your limits.
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MI FAMILIA Workshop
9 AM - 12 PM — IDEA Mesa Hills — $150 or 2 payments of $75 — A creative workshop for kids inspired by the animated movie about family and talents.
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Digital Marketing Certificate Program
— — — Earn a recognized Digital Marketing Certificate and develop hands-on skills guided by expert instructors in personalized small classes.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele
8:30-9:30 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — Not specified — Experience a breathtaking candlelit tribute to Adele's greatest hits performed by a string quartet.
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