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Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, ABC-7 honors Military Monday by recognizing retired Staff Sergeant Charles Scott who served from 1996-2014 and his son, Private First Class Charles Scott who enlisted last year, as the city thanks them for their service. KVIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Every Little Blessing Preschool builds *inclusive* classrooms where children with and without Down syndrome learn together. Teachers use structured lessons and play-based activities to build skills and independence for kids aged 12 months to 6 years, preparing them for kindergarten. KFOX14
- ➤ At a board meeting last week, Ysleta ISD trustees learned of a $16.7M deficit and $57.6M in urgent repairs, prompting trustee Hernandez to press for community talks on campus consolidation before the June 30 budget decision. District staff will present recommendations this month + more details. KFOX14
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grasshoppers that have swarmed neighborhoods are expected to decline in coming weeks as temperatures rise, while ticks continue to appear, local experts say. NMSU professor Scott Bundy linked the surge to extra winter rainfall, & Kern Place Veterinary Hospital advised pet owners to watch for ticks. KFOX14
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT is scheduling multiple road closures and detours on I-10, Loop 375 and other corridors from May 24 through June 2 to finish widening, paving and safety projects. Drivers should expect delays and follow posted detour signs — especially near routes in Anthony, Vinton and Mesquite Hills. KFOX14
- ➤ SNAP cuts from House Resolution 1 lowered participation by 13 percent and may worsen food insecurity in El Paso where a 40 percent poverty rate means children lose school meals; Interim President Chris Yagel of El Pasoans Fighting Hunger said food banks will boost sourcing to meet demand. KVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Children’s Hospital notes that a national shortage of pediatric specialists is forcing longer wait times for families seeking specialty care for children, and some parents are having to travel farther for treatment (data shows many specialists nearing retirement). KFOX14
- ➤ El Paso Leadership Academy is offering free licensed mental health services on its Segundo Barrio and East Side campuses through a TTUHSCEP partnership throughout the school year. The academy will host a free summer workshop called The Bridge in mid-June + families can learn about stress navigation and self-awareness. KVIA
- ➤ A 9-year-old boy suffered a severe asthma attack on April 7 and received rapid help from Life Ambulance crews and specialized care at El Paso Children’s Hospital — he was taken off life support after four days and soon resumed school and football. KVIA
- ➤ Texas Tech doctor Dr. Nils Nickel is leading a national study in El Paso to test a new IV medicine called TS23 for pulmonary embolism that could simplify lung care by reducing the need for specialized equipment. The study will expand local access to clinical trials. KVIA
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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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