Socorro ISD trustee Ryan Reid Woodcraft was booked July 25 on an assault causing bodily injury charge and released later that day, according to jail records. Local reporters say the district has not yet commented.

A roommate dispute in Northeast El Paso ended in a fatal shooting; police say 41-year-old David Daniel Hall was arrested after his 33-year-old roommate, Joshua Lopez, was shot and later died. Detectives are investigating.

Heat Advisory Friday 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; highs near 106°F. Use cooling centers and avoid mid-day exertion.

A hiker is in critical condition after a Black Hawk hoist rescue in the Franklin Mountains; local teams and CBP worked together to bring the person to a hospital.

El Paso’s long‑running gay bar The Tool Box has opened Tool Box East at Sunfire Village on Zaragoza Road, aiming to bring nights out closer to eastside neighborhoods.

Hot and mostly sunny today; isolated afternoon storms possible, with heavier storms likely Friday night and localized flood risk.

Heavy rains shut FM 170 between Presidio and Ruidosa after Ochoa Creek became impassable. Officials warn motorists to avoid the route.

Several vehicles collided on Loop 375 at Montwood Drive Tuesday; FireSTAR was dispatched and lanes on Joe Battle were closed while first responders assessed patients.

A person was airlifted from East El Paso after a near-drowning on Preview Place; the patient suffered life-threatening injuries and police are investigating.

Crime Stoppers of El Paso published a new Most Wanted roster for the week of July 11 that lists 11 fugitives. Tips can be submitted anonymously at 915-566-8477 or cselpaso.org.

An 18‑year‑old was arrested in Far East El Paso after a reported aggravated assault; bond was set at $300,000 and the sheriff's office is seeking tips.

Paso del Norte Center of Hope says it has averaged 45–50 trafficking cases per month this year, with many clients around age 14. Local advocates warn online grooming is driving a rise in teen victims.

Kayla Gomez, 22, was charged with assault causing bodily injury after police say a July 4 dispute over decorations escalated into a physical attack in Anthony. The victim signed a prosecution affidavit and charges were filed in El Paso County.