Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
Good morning, El Paso.
On Sunday night, El Paso Fire crews answered a call for a brush fire off Trawood Drive and Lee Trevino Drive near the closed Vista Hill golf course and knocked it down by 9:27 p.m. (no injuries were reported) while police diverted southbound traffic on Lee Trevino.
Arturo Urquidi Astorga, 64, Juárez’s Director of Commercial Regulation and former director of social development and mayor of Ojinaga (who also led District V in the early 2000s), died Saturday night in a motorcycle crash in El Paso.
Early Sunday morning, a crash on I-10 eastbound near Loop 375 left one person severely injured and taken to the hospital—fire and police units arrived at the scene at 1:38 a.m.—as emergency teams responded promptly.
UTEP held four commencement ceremonies at the Don Haskins Center on May 17-18, awarding over 3,000 diplomas to spring and summer graduates across all degree levels—marking a significant academic milestone for the institution—and capped the events as families and faculty acknowledged each graduate's hard work.
A year ago, the NSF suspended a $160 million aerospace grant led by UTEP that was meant to boost our local aerospace manufacturing—this decision led to staff changes and stirred controversy among elected officials and faculty.
The city and county say they remain committed to advancing our aerospace and advanced manufacturing plans despite the setback.
El Paso amateur boxer Moises Rodriguez, 121‐pound champion—won the National Golden Gloves championship on Saturday night by defeating Angel Sandoval 5—0 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
The local fighter, set to graduate from El Dorado High School next month, earned his first Golden Gloves title and his 10th national championship overall.
Taittinger Champagne Dinner
Evening event — Thyme Restaurant — $31 to $50 — Celebrate the artistry of Taittinger Champagne with a curated wine and dining experience.
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.
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!
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.
Downtown Treasures Tour
9-11 a.m. — Popular Treasure — Free admission — Discover the artistic legacy of downtown El Paso on this engaging guided walk.
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.
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.
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.
Digital Marketing Certificate Program
— — — Earn a recognized Digital Marketing Certificate and develop hands-on skills guided by expert instructors in personalized small classes.
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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