Sunny, warm Saturday with highs near 85°F and gusty west winds. Fire weather watches and Red Flag Warnings affect parts of the region through Sunday.

El Paso County will hold a March 24 community meeting to review survey results and new renderings for Ascarate Park. Officials will present visuals and gather feedback before design advances.

A Syrian man accused of running an international smuggling ring was extradited from Costa Rica to El Paso and is now in federal custody as prosecutors prepare charges.

Toastique will reopen at Cimarron Plaza on March 21 under local owners, promising opening-week promotions and rewards for early guests. The relaunch follows a temporary pause while the prior operator tended to health concerns.

Two men convicted in a Feb. 1, 2024 Ciudad Juárez attack were each handed 100-year prison terms and ordered to pay more than 7 million pesos.

A structure fire in Montana Vista on Sunday afternoon drew firefighters and sheriff’s deputies; no injuries were reported and authorities urged the public to avoid the area.

El Paso police posted a Facebook reel Friday seeking help identifying a suspect in a vehicle theft; tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers.

FAA expanded a temporary flight restriction around Fort Hancock after a reported accidental shoot‑down of a U.S. government drone by a military laser. Lawmakers are demanding briefings and safety reviews.

Two Fabens teens were arrested after a string of pre‑dawn smash‑and‑grab break‑ins at local dollar stores; both face multiple burglary counts, authorities say.

Sunny and warm today with a high near 83°F. Gusty west winds may kick up patchy dust and keep fire danger elevated.

A 33‑year‑old driver received a 15‑year prison term after pleading guilty to manslaughter in the 2023 crash that killed Laura Lynch. Prosecutors say speed and a revoked license were factors.

The UT System approved $65 million for a new UTEP Student Success Center that will replace the El Paso Natural Gas Conference Center and centralize counseling, career and accommodation services.

Gusty west winds will bring patchy blowing dust to El Paso this afternoon, possibly reducing visibility on I‑10. Winds ease over the weekend.