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Monday, October 27th, 2025
Good morning, El Paso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The El Paso Five Point Lion's Club hosted its Second Annual Boo Bash for children with disabilities—offering treats and costumes in a safe, friendly environment. Rose Lucero said the event gives kids a chance to enjoy Halloween like any other day. KVIA
- ➤ ¡Viva La Plant Shop! hosted a Scream-themed paint and pot night on Saturday where customers RSVP’d to get a Ghostface concrete pot, a succulent or cactus, paint supplies, and a free film showing. The shop said more themed events—like Friday the 13th and Coco nights—will be held in the future. KVIA
- ➤ More than 100 people took part in the annual Victims of Crime Walk last weekend to honor lives lost to violence and support grieving families as they walked a seven-mile route that started at the El Paso County Coliseum + ended at the Crime Victims Memorial. KVIA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two years ago, 89-year-old Anne Davis choked on a piece of meat at a Westside restaurant— a plunger-like device saved her life. El Paso Inc.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso Electric asked to raise monthly bills from $96 to $118 and faced strong criticism from PUC staff who said the company wanted too high a profit margin—this extra profit could add millions for its shareholders. The utility said it needed the funds to pay for major capital projects and cover overruns at its Newman Unit 6 power plant while also charging customers for an environmental settlement. El Paso Matters
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UTEP is launching a new clinical supervision program — it will cut costs for future social workers while strengthening the region's mental health workforce. The initiative will lower barriers for aspiring clinicians and improve access to care. El Paso Inc.
- ➤ University officials said the Paul L. Foster Family Foundation has pledged a $5M matching grant to help create a law school at UTEP — the funds will support the new program for local students. El Paso Inc.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Paulo Cesar Gamez Lira, a 27-year-old DACA recipient and father of four, was released from ICE detention on Sept. 24 after 43 days in custody when officers arrested him outside his Horizon City home while he took his 3-month-old baby with a serious condition for a doctor’s visit. His release followed a judge’s ruling that his detention violated his rights—lawyers say the case raises concerns over aggressive immigration tactics. El Paso Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ El Paso professional boxers will headline a fight card on Nov. 8 at the Inn of the Mountain Gods in Mescalero, New Mexico—Jorge Tovar will face Eric Moon, Ariel Moreno will fight Robert Pucheta, Victor Aranda will compete against DePriest Johnson, and Marcos Duran will challenge Ronald Baca. The fights begin at 7:30 p.m. and tickets cost between $35 and $75. El Paso Times
- ➤ El Paso Locomotive FC clinched home-field advantage in the 2025 playoffs after a 5-2 loss on Oct. 25 and finished a season with 60 goals. The team will host Phoenix Rising FC at Southwest University Park at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 1 — marking its first home playoff appearance since 2021. KFOX14
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Tropa Magica and Sultanes Del Yonke Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Ticket information available — Experience an electrifying night with Tropa Magica and Sultanes Del Yonke at Lowbrow Palace.
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Perfume De Gardenia Concert
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Abraham Chavez Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience a captivating concert by Perfume De Gardenia in El Paso.
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Jurassic Park in Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the iconic film with a live orchestra performing John Williams’ legendary score.
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Cinderella - Ballet
5:00 – 6:30 PM — The Plaza Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting ballet rendition of Cinderella's timeless story.
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Venesti Concert
8-11 p.m. — Lowbrow Palace — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of live music with Venesti in the heart of El Paso.
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Hiring Red, White & You
9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Armed Forces Reserve Center — Free transportation for service members — Connect with employers and enhance your career opportunities.
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Paradigm Texas Holiday Open House Weekend Event
Paradigm Texas's Holiday Open House Weekend Event is this weekend, Friday & Saturday, November 14th & 15th: 11 am - 3 pm as we present the First Annual Kern Village Holiday Market! A festive shopping experience to kick off the Holiday season!
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Career Exploration and Goal Setting Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Center for Civic Empowerment Conference Room — Snacks provided — Explore your career interests and learn to set achievable goals through interactive activities.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS at UTEP Dinner Theatre
7:30-9 p.m. — UTEP Dinner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting musical CATS in a lively theater setting.
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An Evening with Chris Botti
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening with the world's top-selling instrumental artist, Chris Botti, as he brings a fresh twist to contemporary jazz.
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