A visiting judge ordered 14 depositions and a 90‑day discovery window in the David Leonard Wood case, effectively delaying hearings in El Paso until September. Wood appeared by video from death row but did not speak.

Crime Stoppers of El Paso published its May 8, 2026 Most Wanted roster, naming 11 people wanted on a mix of violent and drug‑related allegations.

Federal agents arrested three people after tracking vehicles between an El Paso residence and local ports of entry; prosecutors say charges include migrant smuggling.

A campaign mailer for Justice of the Peace Lucilla Najera used a likely AI-generated portrait, prompting an apology and renewed scrutiny ahead of the May 26 runoff.

Cool morning gives way to a quick warm‑up; upper‑80s today and the low‑to‑mid 90s this weekend. Very low humidity raises fire‑weather concerns in some areas.

A 67-year-old bicyclist died Wednesday after crashing into a tree near N. Zaragoza Road and New World Drive. Special Traffic Investigators are probing the scene.

Clear morning, warming to 83°F today and a weekend surge into the mid-90s. Check cooling centers if you need relief.

A Camino Real teacher was ordered held without bond after prosecutors say he exchanged sexual Snapchat messages with a 14-year-old and inappropriately touched the student.

Yandel’s Sinfónico USA tour stops in El Paso Oct. 18 at the Don Haskins Center. Presales begin May 7 and general tickets go on sale May 8.

San Elizario's council unanimously approved resolutions urging local agencies to deny water, permits and emergency support to planned ICE warehouses in Socorro. The move joins regional resistance to a national detention push.

A midday house fire in Ciudad Juárez killed a mother and her 10-year-old daughter; investigators are probing the cause.

Sunny, breezy conditions today with highs near 78°F. Expect a warm weekend with 90s ahead.

A 31‑year‑old El Paso father was arrested after deputies found a 2‑year‑old wandering alone near Eastlake; investigators say alcohol was present at the home.