Good morning, El Paso.

The El Paso Center for Children says youth homelessness is rising because many children face family conflicts or must leave foster care and struggle with high rent, which keeps them off stable housing.

The center shelters children ages 11 to 17 and aims to help them return home or secure rent support (with many also facing anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorders).

TxDOT released its Texas Top 100 Congested Road Segments report that shows statewide traffic delays dropped 12% in 2024 compared to 2017 even though travel increased and saved drivers $1.8 billion last year.

In El Paso, Montana Ave. ranks 76th for all vehicles while two parts of I-10 rank 81st and 100th — details that come as active construction projects help ease congestion.

Khalid distributed toys to underprivileged children at the Boys and Girls Club event on Tuesday at 9 a.m. (801 S.

Florence) to brighten their holiday, officials said.

All lanes on Montana westbound at Desert Meadows are closed due to a water main break—county and state crews are working on the issue and advise drivers to use alternate routes.

El Paso Water’s chief executive said Meta’s data center in Northeast can use up to 1.5 million gallons of water per day but will likely average about 400,000 gallons since its cooling needs depend on the heat — keeping it from ranking among the water utility’s largest users.

The Mexican rock band Caifanes will perform at the Plaza Theatre in El Paso on April 9 at 8:30 p.m.—tickets are now available.

The band, formed in 1986, plans to bring its classic rock sound to the local stage.

Sun Metro officials announced a redesign of El Paso’s bus network that will shorten weekday trips from 72 to 58 minutes and improve frequency while staying within the same budget.

The Mass Transit Board approved the plan in November and the rollout is delayed until June to avoid school-year disruptions+ almost all riders will benefit.

An 87-year-old woman living with her only daughter in El Paso struggles with recurring cancer and needs incontinence supplies while her family manages on limited income.

The Senior Fund was set up by Rio Grande Area Agency on Aging and Paso del Norte Community Foundation to help ease her care costs—donations can be made online or by check.

Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila released their festive 'Santa Pants' cocktail on Dec.

2 at Corralito Steak House inside Sunland Park Casino in El Paso. The drink is crafted with Pantalones Organic Reposado Tequila, cranberry juice, lime juice and ginger beer (its recipe was also shared by the couple) and is available exclusively at that venue (the only outlet in town).

Monster Jam will return to the UTEP Sun Bowl Stadium on March 14 and 15 in 2026 — the event will feature popular trucks such as Grave Digger and El Toro Loco and will debut the Bailey Circuit truck for the first time in El Paso.

El Paso Mineral, Gem & Fossil Show

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily — El Maida Shriners — Free admission — Explore a treasure trove of gems, minerals, and fossils with family-friendly activities and door prizes.

TNA Wrestling Live Event

7-8:30 p.m. — El Paso County Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience high-octane wrestling entertainment with TNA stars in action.

Frontera Land Alliance Trail Race

8:30-11 a.m. — San Jacinto Plaza — Entry Fee $25-$35 — Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Wakeem/Teschner Nature Preserve with a trail race and family walk in beautiful Resler Canyon.

Christmas With C.S. Lewis

7:30-11:30 p.m. — El Paso Live — Cost Info TBD — Experience an emotional journey through C.S. Lewis's transformative Christmas celebrations influenced by J.R.R. Tolkien.

A Christmas Carol on the Border

7-9 p.m. — Woman's Club of El Paso — Enjoy a bilingual retelling of Dickens’ classic with local performers from elementary to high school.

Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Oak & Antler American Tavern — Ticketed event — Embrace the holiday spirit in your ugliest sweater while enjoying games, contests, and festive cheer in El Paso.

Labor Market Information Workshop

9-11 a.m. — Workforce Solutions Borderplex - North Loop Center — Snacks Provided — Discover employment trends and skills employers seek in today’s job market.

UP AND RUNNING Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk

8:30-9:30 a.m. — Up & Running, El Paso, TX — Registration fees apply — Lace up for a festive 5K run/walk filled with holiday cheer.

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

3-7:30 p.m. — The Plaza Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a delightful holiday classic with the magical performance of The Nutcracker.

Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel

6:30 p.m. — El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical tribute to Juan Gabriel in a stunning candlelit setting.