Good morning, El Paso.

An active-duty soldier (TS/SCI cleared) from Fort Bliss was arrested Wednesday in El Paso for trying to send U.S. defense secrets to Russia and export protected data while passing Abrams tank details and dropping off hardware at a local storage unit, which led to federal charges.

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and multiple law enforcement agencies arrested 179 individuals between July 28 and August 1 following an amnesty period—234 warrants were executed to enhance public safety in the area.

On Wednesday, a 22-year-old Army soldier stationed at Fort Bliss was arrested in El Paso for allegedly attempting to share sensitive technical details about Abrams tanks with Russia—federal prosecutors charged him with violations of the Espionage Act and the Arms Export Control Act and asked that he be held without bond.

Authorities ruled the death of Xavier Hernandez a homicide after his autopsy showed he died from asphyxiation caused by chest compression during a police subdual on I-10 on July 14th—tests revealed high levels of cocaine and related toxins in his system.

On July 30 at noon, members of the Sembrando Esperanza Coalition met at Aztec Calendar Park to protest rising electric bills—community members voiced concern over higher energy costs due to heat and dust.

El Paso city officials and residents are set to oppose a $93 million rate hike proposed by El Paso Electric, which would raise bills by about $22.39 per month.

They will present their case at hearings starting today at 9 a.m.—the sessions will run through August 15—with a final decision expected by January 2026.

Col. Brendan R. Gallagher left his post as Fort Bliss commander on Aug.

6 at a ceremony with the Army Band — Col. Michael V. Soyka took command after Gallagher retired following 25 years of service. Local leaders and community members praised the base for its strong ties with El Paso.

Chris Travis Live Concert

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Alfred Robles Stand-Up Comedy

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Workplace Etiquette & Professional Communication

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Joey Medina Live Comedy Show

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Jesus Sepulveda Live in El Paso

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Joey Medina Live Comedy Show

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Time Management and Problem Solving

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