Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for March 22, 2025.
We're starting with an update on the Walmart mass shooting case. New hearings have been scheduled for April in the ongoing legal proceedings. Judge Sam Medrano has set dates to address claims of prosecutorial misconduct. District Attorney James Montoya is still weighing whether to pursue the death penalty for the accused shooter, Patrick Crusius.
In education news, El Paso Independent School District is preparing for school closures. The district expects to lose 64 students from the six elementary schools set to close by the end of this school year. About 6% of affected students will be attending school in a different district next year.
On the energy front, El Paso Electric has completed a new 10-megawatt community solar farm in San Elizario. Customers can now subscribe to receive solar energy from this facility, potentially lowering their monthly power bills.
We've got some traffic updates for you. A deadly crash occurred at the intersection of Gateway South and Sean Haggerty in Northeast El Paso earlier this week. Police are still investigating the incident.
In West El Paso, residents were startled by loud booms on Friday morning. Officials have confirmed these were controlled explosions related to construction work by JOBE Construction near the 6000 block of Quail Avenue. More such activities are expected in the near future.
The weather's been a bit dusty lately, with a significant dust storm blowing through El Paso this week. These storms typically occur about four times a year in our region. Today, we're expecting clearer skies with temperatures in the mid-70s, perfect for outdoor activities.
In real estate news, there's concern about potential price hikes for new homes. Proposed 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico could significantly impact construction costs. Local builders are bracing for these changes.
For sports fans, high school competitions have been heating up. Americas High School recently defeated El Dorado in a tight 1-0 match. Check out local sports schedules for more upcoming games.
On a health note, the El Paso MS Community is hosting the MS Warrior Walk today at Memorial Park. The event starts at 8:30 AM and aims to raise awareness about Multiple Sclerosis and support those affected by the condition.
In crime news, there's been a significant development in a decades-old case. The execution of David Leonard Wood, known as El Paso's "Desert Serial Killer," has been halted by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. Wood has been on death row for 32 years for murders committed in 1987.
Lastly, a feel-good story: El Paso Animal Services is offering free microchipping for pets today from 3:00 to 6:30 PM. This service helps reunite lost pets with their owners, so consider bringing your furry friends down if they're not chipped yet.
This has been El Paso Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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