TxDOT is opening the EB Mesa exit in El Paso on January 25 after a 24-hour closure for final construction tasks, introducing a three-lane configuration from Redd to Mesa.

The El Paso Police Department hosted a "Coffee with a Cop" event to engage with the community, supported by Albertsons, as part of efforts to improve police-community relations.

Crews in El Paso installed the first seven bridge beams for new frontage roads overnight, with more to follow, using a novel Triangle Transfer Bar method—a first for the city's infrastructure projects.

El Paso's forecast includes clear skies and possible showers, with a mix of pleasant and cooler temperatures and windy conditions throughout the week.

The El Paso Sheriff's Office is hosting the 6th Annual Deputy Peter J. Herrera Memorial 5K to honor the officer killed in 2019 and to strengthen community ties.

Joey Severo Garcia was arrested for DWI in Horizon City after being stopped for speeding and failing sobriety tests. Police highlighted the risks of drunk motorcycling.

El Paso recorded its first 2026 traffic fatality on January 1st, where 18-year-old Angelique Diaz De Leon died in a crash allegedly caused by a red-light violation, potentially involving alcohol.

A Falcon 9 lifted Italy’s COSMO‑SkyMed CSG‑3 into low Earth orbit on Jan. 2, producing a bright sky show visible from Southern California to El Paso as SpaceX opened 2026 with a successful mission.

A brush fire behind Dragonman's shooting range forced short evacuations; range staff say tracer rounds may have sparked the blaze and are asking for tips.

El Paso enjoys calm winter weather with clear skies and moderate temperatures, highs in the mid to high 60s, and some wind. A slight chance of showers midweek is noted.

A fatal crash in Northeast El Paso on New Year's Day involved two vehicles and led to the closure of Gateway North at Sean Haggerty Drive for investigation.

El Paso invites residents to its 19th Annual Neighborhood Leadership Academy, beginning February 4, 2026. This free program, for those 13 and older, offers insights into city operations. Applications are due by January 21, 2026.

The El Paso Fire Department expressed gratitude for community support in a year-end social media post, highlighting 2025's achievements and readiness for 2026.