Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Saturday, June 28th, 2025.
We start with breaking news from the Lower Valley, where a shooting last night left one person dead and police have four suspects in custody. Authorities are still piecing together the details, and they urge anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers. In other public safety news, the city released its list of most wanted fugitives for the week, so if you see anything suspicious, let’s make sure to report it and help keep El Paso safe.
Moving to city hall, the council recently approved major funding to pay down city debts, aiming to strengthen our local finances. There’s also a new partnership with Texas A&M Transportation Institute that will bring research and studies to help improve our traffic and roads, so we can hopefully look forward to smoother commutes in the near future.
Today’s weather is starting off mild but we should see highs nearing the upper 90s by afternoon. That brings the usual summer challenge—stay hydrated, plan outdoor activities for the morning or evening, and keep an eye on those heat advisories. No rain expected, so it’s a dry one for all your Saturday plans.
On the real estate front, a historic piece of El Paso, the Albert B. Fall mansion, is up for sale. Local preservationists are voicing concern, hoping the new owners will honor its storied past. The job market is seeing steady activity, with over 500 new positions posted this week in sectors like healthcare, distribution, and hospitality, giving job seekers a few more options as we head into July.
In local culture, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate El Paso’s vibrant spirit this weekend. Fort Bliss hosts the Pop Goes the Fort festival at Biggs Park, featuring live performances from Sugar Ray and the 1st Armored Division Band, plus food trucks and fireworks—a family-friendly way to kick off summer. Downtown, Pages & Pints at Old Sheepdog Brewery celebrates our city’s punk music roots and literary scene, with live music, author signings, and local vendors. Thriller fans can join the El Paso Thriller Mission at 125 West Mills Avenue, an interactive event guaranteed to shake up your Saturday.
For a feel-good story, the El Paso Chihuahuas baseball team teams up today with Harvest Pack and the El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank. They’re rallying volunteers at Southwest University Park to package 20,000 meals for families in need—a powerful reminder of how our community comes together when it counts.
Quick sports update: local youth teams wrapped up the district baseball finals this week, with Coronado and Franklin High putting in strong performances. Meanwhile, just sixteen percent of El Paso ISD seniors earned career certifications this year, prompting the district to invest in new programs for better preparation.
From music and food to civic action and community spirit, El Paso is buzzing with connection and progress this weekend.
This has been El Paso Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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