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Sunday, May 24th, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, volunteers for the Honor Project placed flags and placards on headstones at Fort Bliss cemetery to honor fallen heroes as more than 3,000 volunteers nationwide came together — and families received a chance for personal tributes this Memorial Day Weekend. KVIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ In 1900, El Paso held an elaborate Memorial Day tribute with a parade featuring bugle calls, speeches, and veterans decorating graves in the city’s parks (honoring fallen soldiers from several wars). This event highlighted a deep local respect for military service. El Paso Times
- ➤ City officials announced Friday that they will install Pride-themed decorative cylinders on streetlights around Pride Square on Stanton Street to bring color to downtown ahead of Pride Month celebrations. The work will continue into the last week of May. KVIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 500 students from 44 schools competed at UTEP in a steel bridge competition sponsored by the American Institute of Steel Construction where teams built a 20-foot bridge and faced challenges with fast construction times, vertical load tests, and budget penalties. KVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ El Paso fire marshal officials urge residents to grill safely and drive carefully this Memorial Day weekend. They warn that hot charcoal can remain dangerous and increased traffic may lead to more emergency calls (using metal trash cans for ashes is recommended). KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso Police Chief Peter Pacillas held a memorial service on May 15 at the Police Officer Memorial Monument at Chuck Heinrich Park as part of National Police Week, honoring fallen officers and pledging to carry their legacy forward. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ El Pasoans Ricardo Pepi and Alejandro Zendejas secured spots on the USMNT roster for the 2026 World Cup while former Locomotive Diego Luna was left out in favor of Gio Reyna; the full team will be officially revealed Tuesday, May 26 in New York. El Paso Times
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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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Showtek Live in El Paso
8-11 p.m. — 11:11 El Paso — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Showtek at this vibrant venue.
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Palomazo Norteno - Clase Maestra Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — El Paso County Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Latin music as Palomazo Norteno takes the stage for a memorable performance.
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Candlelight Concert: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Rogers Depot — $55.21 — Experience iconic 90s hip-hop classics reimagined by a string quartet in a magical candlelit setting.
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INTERFLAG EL PASO
Tournament — All day — Eastside Sports Complex — Entry fee varies — Witness international flag football teams compete for glory.
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New Moon Sound Bath Experience
6-10 p.m. — Franklin Mountains State Park Visitor Center — Ticket sales end at noon — Experience a soothing outdoor sound bath under the celestial glow of the New Moon.
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