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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, volunteers gathered at Fort Bliss National Cemetery to place flags in honor of veterans ahead of Memorial Day—photojournalist Rudy Reyes documented the event. KFOX14
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A person was seriously injured in a shooting on the 1700 block of Dana Michelle St near the El Paseo Marketplace—police were called at 11:09 p.m. Friday and are now investigating the incident. KVIA
- ➤ After a five-year legal battle, Patrick Crusius—who killed 23 people in a Walmart shooting on August 3, 2019—was sentenced to life in prison without parole as the state ended its pursuit of the death penalty and closed the case for victim families. The Prospector Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The EPISD board will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, May 27 at 5:30 p.m. to review Superintendent Diana Sayavedra's role amid concerns over district stability. Former board president Israel Irrobali warns that ending her contract could trigger a significant exodus among school leaders—adding worry as recent decisions to reopen Lamar Elementary compound financial challenges—while teachers remain uncertain about the agenda. KFOX14
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT has announced road closures and detours on I-10 and nearby highways starting May 25 for widening, paving and safety work—officials said some projects will keep lanes restricted through June and beyond for ongoing construction. KFOX14
- ➤ Teachers from Mexico staged a protest at Paso del Norte and Zaragoza bridges on Friday morning due to pension concerns—travelers crossed without tolls while the American side remained unaffected. KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso saw the Department of Defense add 1,115 troops to the southern border, bringing the total close to 10,000. The additional service members supported logistics, engineering, and medical operations as outlined by U.S. Northern Command—boosting efforts to secure the area. KFOX14
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ El Paso water parks, spray pads & splash pads are set to open Memorial Day weekend, May 24-26, to help families beat the heat with free and low-cost options. Venues include Chapoteo at 1225 Giles Road, Oasis at 13501 Jason Crandall Drive, Lost Kingdom at 6001 Hughey Drive B, and Camp Cohen at 9700 Gateway N. Blvd, with events like live concerts at Wet N' Wild and a noon opening at the Pavo Real Aquatic Center. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Americas High School won the Region 19 Girls Flag Football Championship at the SAC2 with a 25-6 victory over Harmony High School, marking a special celebration of the sport's growth in El Paso. NFL figures attended the event and the teams hope the success will lead to girls flag football becoming sanctioned by the UIL. El Paso Times
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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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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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Bad Bunny Night Tribute
8:00-9:30 PM — Lowbrow Palace — Resale tickets available — Experience a tribute to the music of Bad Bunny at an engaging night out.
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Coldplay Concert
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Sun Bowl Stadium — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable evening with Coldplay performing live in El Paso.
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Reno Aces vs. El Paso Chihuahuas
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Southwest University Park — Tickets available — Watch an exciting baseball matchup between the Reno Aces and El Paso Chihuahuas.
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