Good morning, El Paso.

A new StudioRes by Marriott is coming near the intersection of Zaragoza and Rojas in far east El Paso.

The $12.5 million project will offer modern studios with onsite laundry, fitness and self serve food and beverages.

After a 2025 cancellation due to a government shutdown, Amigo Airsho will return to El Paso with a 2026 event on Oct.

24-25 featuring the Blue Angels and Golden Knights + a 2027 show on Oct. 9-10 headlined by the Thunderbirds.

The EPISD Board approved a one-time $300 stipend for eligible hourly employees to show support for their hard work.

The payment will be issued on Dec. 15 & taxes will be deducted.

La Nube STEAM Discovery Center launched Hour of AI to inspire kids to explore AI and coding with Minecraft in partnership with Microsoft TechSpark and the school district yesterday.

The program will offer monthly workshops every third Saturday at 1 p.m. in 2026 to help families build tech skills.

Wendy Calderon said she discovered her 3-year-old daughter alone in a dark bathroom at Herrera Elementary in August, prompting her to seek accountability.

The district reviewed camera footage on Dec. 5 and said it took administrative actions to ensure student safety.

The El Paso Independent School District will finalize the hiring of Dr. Brian Lusk as superintendent during tonight's meeting.

Lusk, the lone finalist after reviewing five candidates, brings 30+ years of public school experience and is set to focus on student success.

City of El Paso expands the Greater El Paso Landfill by constructing six new cells covering 65 acres at 2600 Darrington Road, scheduled for completion in 2026.

The $20 million project will extend the landfill's life by about 12 years to help manage rising 2,000-ton daily trash volumes.

The Humane Society’s AJ introduced The Grinch, an 11‑week‑old mix, to remind pet owners to keep their pets safe this season.

The agency advised using baby gates or crates + providing constant supervision during holiday festivities.

For the week of Dec. 1-6, the contest for El Paso Children's Hospital high school female athlete invited votes based on performance in wrestling and basketball.

Voters considered nominees from local schools who excelled in recent tournaments.

Arizona State and Duke will clash in the 92nd Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl in El Paso as ASU highlights talent like Del Valle quarterback Jake Fette while Duke seeks to rebound from playoff snubs; teams are set to arrive on Dec.

26 ahead of the New Year's Eve game.

Chapin standout Daveon Singleton signed his Letter of Intent with the UTEP Miners on Friday + he is set to shift to a flexible Miner Back role after an impressive season that helped secure a 5A Division II district title in El Paso.

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.