Good morning, El Paso.

Organizers host a free downtown watch party today at Cleveland Square Park at 7 p.m. for fans to see Mexico face South Korea in the 2026 World Cup + enjoy raffles, giveaways, and card trading along with snacks.

El Paso will add eight shade canopies at local playgrounds using leftover Phase One bond funds—installations are set to begin in several parks soon to help keep children cool during summer heat.

Today, local cultural events begin with a free Party on the Plaza concert featuring Mariachi Alegre at San Jacinto Plaza from 5 to 8 p.m., and a Juneteenth lecture at the Mexican American Cultural Center from 6 to 7:30 p.m.; more community gatherings are planned across town.

El Paso Community College culinary arts students are teaming with local breweries for the America 250: Red, White and Brew scholarship fundraiser, which will feature 16 beer tastings, food pairings and celebrity judging on July 9, 6-9 p.m. at the EPCC Administrative Services Center.

Trustees at Ysleta ISD approved a $482.6M budget for the 2026-27 school year — keeping current employees on contract despite a projected $12.2M deficit.

A dissenting trustee called for more transparency as district leaders plan to review staffing if financial challenges continue.

Socorro ISD approved a balanced $462.1 million general fund budget with a $550,000 surplus yesterday and will begin rebuilding savings under a multi-year plan as enrollment declines.

State conservator may extend oversight (special ed data issues) a month, and the board will review the tax rate in August.

Three suspected overdoses occurred at Camp East Montana, a migrant detention facility in El Paso, with two cases on May 23 and 24 and a third in February, prompting Rep. Escobar to ask federal officials for answers on detainee safety + medical oversight.

After dangerously hot temperatures hit Wednesday in the borderland, Texas Tech Health El Paso warned that dehydration was a serious risk.

Dr. Edward Michelson advised residents to carry water and avoid coffee, sugary drinks, and alcohol when spending time outdoors.

Inspections conducted from June 1-5 showed that some local Borderland Mexican restaurants and a store received low health scores (below the 70-pass mark) and face closure if scores drop to 60 or lower.

Establishments may correct violations before a reinspection.

El Paso native Kayla Gomez (now a mother) will make her professional boxing debut on DAZN in Long Beach, California, marking a new chapter in her athletic career.

LIVE IN THE 915 Comedy Series

8-10 p.m. — Sunset Parlor — Fun times guaranteed — Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs at the comedic showcase.

Gannon Fremin & CCREV Concert

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets start at $68 — Gannon Fremin & CCREV promises an unforgettable live music experience in El Paso.

The Sleeping Beauty

7-9 p.m. — Magoffin Auditorium — $25 general admission, $45 front row — Witness the enchanting tale of Princess Aurora brought to life by the Nylia Ballet Company.

School Of Rock - The Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — UTEP Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively musical adaptation of the iconic film with a talented cast.

Los Estramboticos Concert

7-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant concert by Los Estramboticos with official merchandise.

Tom & Collins Live Performance

9:00 p.m. — Lost & Found — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying night with the beats of Tom & Collins.

4th of July Festival and Firework Show

5-9 p.m. — Rio Grande Valley Ranch RV Resort — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with food, games, and a spectacular firework display.

School Of Rock - The Musical

2-5 p.m. — University of Texas at El Paso — Cost info not provided — Experience the lively energy of rock music and talented youth performers in this exciting musical.

El Paso Junior Golf Tournament

All day — El Paso Country Club — Entry fees vary — Watch young golfers showcase their talent in a competitive junior tournament.

Jimmy McMurrin Stand-Up Comedy Show

8-11 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising star Jimmy McMurrin and special guests.