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  • Detention Protests, TB Cases at Bliss, and Candidate Forums in El Paso's Local Pulse

    Detention Protests, TB Cases at Bliss, and Candidate Forums in El Paso's Local Pulse
    2026/02/08
    Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Sunday, February 8. We start with breaking developments around immigration detention that have our community talking. Yesterday, dozens gathered outside the federal courthouse in downtown El Paso for the National Raza Day of Action protest against ICE policies. Organizers from El Chuco Habla highlighted recent family separations and raids, chanting we did not cross the border, the border crossed us. This comes amid news that the Department of Homeland Security bought an entire industrial block along Eastwind Avenue in Socorro for over 122 million dollars to build a new detention center. Socorro city leaders, not involved in the sale, scheduled a special City Council meeting for February 11 to discuss fees on contractors for police and fire services, urging us all to join public comment.

    Health concerns deepen at Camp East Montana on Fort Bliss, our nations largest facility with 3100 detainees. Congresswoman Veronica Escobar visited Friday and reported two active tuberculosis cases plus 18 COVID-19 infections, underscoring ongoing issues like medical neglect where three deaths occurred in six months, including a homicide ruled by the El Paso Medical Examiner. These stories remind us how federal decisions ripple into our daily lives here on the border.

    On the crime front, we note a serious incident last evening around 6 p.m. at North Loop Drive and E Road in the Lower Valley, where a pedestrian suffered major injuries after a vehicle strike. Special Traffic Investigators are on scene, and we wish the victim a swift recovery while drivers stay cautious.

    Shifting to community spirit, the League of Women Voters hosted a non-partisan candidate forum this week, drawing high schoolers like Claudia Limon who are gearing up to vote soon. They partner with schools to boost turnout for the March primaries, helping us all make informed choices.

    Weather today brings mild sunshine with highs near 62 degrees and light winds, perfect for outdoor plans, though bundle up for cooler evenings ahead. No major impacts expected.

    New business buzz includes that Socorro meeting on detention growth, while jobs stay steady with about 2500 openings listed locally in logistics and healthcare. Real estate sees median home prices around 285000 dollars, up slightly.

    Upcoming, catch the forum if you missed it or join Socorro Council Tuesday. Local schools report strong debate team wins at regionals.

    For a feel-good note, listeners like Abigail Bauman shared how hearing candidates firsthand builds trust in our democracy.

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  • Rising Utility Costs, Museum Reopens, and Community Events - El Paso Local Pulse Update

    Rising Utility Costs, Museum Reopens, and Community Events - El Paso Local Pulse Update
    2026/02/07
    Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Saturday, February 7th.

    We're starting the weekend with some significant developments affecting your wallet and your community. If you've been getting notices about your utility bills, you're not alone. The Texas Railroad Commission approved a natural gas rate increase for Texas Gas Service customers here in El Paso just yesterday, and it's going to hit your monthly bills. Small residential customers can expect about a ten percent bump, roughly three to four dollars more per month, while larger households are looking at closer to nineteen percent increases, around eleven dollars more depending on usage. The El Paso City Council had unanimously opposed this back in November, and Mayor Renard Johnson has expressed his disappointment with the commission's decision. City officials are reviewing what options might still be available moving forward, but residents should prepare for these changes to take effect soon.

    This rate hike comes just as families are still adjusting to other recent increases. El Paso Water approved its own rate hike last month that bumped water bills up about twelve percent on average, so we're definitely seeing utility costs climbing across the board right now.

    On a brighter note, the El Paso Museum of Art is reopening its doors next Saturday, February 14th, after completing a three point five million dollar investment. The museum has upgraded its infrastructure and enhanced security and environmental systems. They're featuring new exhibitions including Frida Kahlo photographs, so that's something to look forward to as we head into Valentine's Day weekend.

    The City Council has also been busy with infrastructure improvements. They've approved contracts for street resurfacing projects that will span the next two years across El Paso, addressing road conditions throughout our community. Additionally, the council advanced a new Cool Roof Program designed to reduce energy costs for low-income households, which could help offset some of those rising utility expenses we mentioned.

    On the crime front, Crime Stoppers of El Paso continues asking the public for help locating fugitives wanted by both the Sheriff's Office and Police Department. If you have any information about wanted individuals, you can call the Crime Stoppers hotline at nine one five five six six eight four seven seven, or visit cselpaso dot org. Tips can be anonymous, and you may qualify for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.

    For those looking to get active this weekend, Live Active El Paso and The Hospitals of Providence are hosting their annual Love Your Heart Walk and Run at Scenic Drive, a free community event celebrating heart health.

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  • Ep. 17: Natural Gas Rate Hike, West Texas Preservation Efforts, and the Dallas City Hall Debate

    Ep. 17: Natural Gas Rate Hike, West Texas Preservation Efforts, and the Dallas City Hall Debate
    2026/02/06
    Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Friday, February sixth.

    We're starting with news from City Hall that's going to hit your wallet. The Texas Railroad Commission has approved a natural gas rate increase for Texas Gas Service customers here in El Paso. Now, the originally proposed increase was twenty-seven percent, but following negotiations, it's been reduced. Small residential customers are looking at about a ten percent bump, which translates to three to four dollars more per month. Larger households could see increases closer to nineteen percent, or about eleven dollars more monthly depending on usage. The company says the increase is needed to cover service and maintenance costs and keep service reliable. The City Council had previously rejected this proposal back in November, and city officials tell us they're reviewing the decision and considering what options are available moving forward. This comes on the heels of El Paso Water also raising rates, with customers seeing a twelve percent increase that adds up to about ten dollars more per month on average.

    On a brighter note, we've got some exciting preservation work happening right here in West Texas. The two thousand twenty-six West Texas Regional Preservation Summit just wrapped up here in El Paso this past week, bringing together over sixty-five preservation advocates from across the Upper Rio Grande region. The event featured hard hat tours of the historic Kress Building and presentations from accomplished preservation professionals. If you're passionate about protecting our region's historic buildings and heritage, Preservation Texas is actually hiring. They're looking for a bilingual West Texas Program Officer to work out of the West Texas Heritage Center right here in El Paso. The position involves technical assistance, architectural research, community engagement, and relationship building. Applications are being accepted through February twenty-seventh if you're interested.

    Looking ahead, there's a historic window repair workshop coming up in late March at the Preservation Texas Institute in Tehuacana. It's a hands-on opportunity where you can learn fundamentals of historic wood window repair while actually working on original windows from a nineteen-fourteen dormitory building. Enrollment is limited to twelve participants, so if that's something that interests you, head to their website to register.

    We're also keeping an eye on a significant development down in Dallas that could impact preservation efforts statewide. The iconic nineteen seventy-eight I.M. Pei designed Dallas City Hall is facing potential demolition. A coalition of residents, nonprofits, and businesses is pushing back, calling for a pause on a rushed vote scheduled for February twenty-fifth. They're advocating for a vision that includes new development like a new Mavericks arena while preserving the iconic structure.

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  • Pedestrian Hit, Border Enforcement Intensifies, and Crime Updates - El Paso Local Pulse

    Pedestrian Hit, Border Enforcement Intensifies, and Crime Updates - El Paso Local Pulse
    2026/02/05
    Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Thursday, February fifth.

    We're starting with a serious incident from yesterday that's caught the attention of our traffic safety teams. A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle in central El Paso yesterday around five o'clock near the intersection of Los Angeles and Yandell. The person was transported to the hospital with serious injuries, and El Paso Police Special Traffic Investigators are on scene determining exactly what caused the collision. We'll keep you updated as more information becomes available.

    In other news affecting our community, border enforcement efforts continue to intensify in construction zones throughout the El Paso sector. Federal agents have been stepping up patrols in areas where new barrier systems are being built, particularly focusing on individuals attempting to cross illegally by impersonating construction workers. Border Patrol officials say these construction zones create unique safety hazards with moving machinery and unstable terrain, making unauthorized crossings increasingly dangerous. The El Paso Sector has implemented a hundred percent prosecution policy for unlawful entries, and agents are maintaining heavy monitoring throughout active work sites. If you spot suspicious activity near construction areas, you can report it to Border Patrol at one eight hundred six three five twenty five zero nine.

    Looking at the broader public safety picture, El Paso Police remain focused on community safety following various incidents across our city. Speaking of which, a house party shooting case from September twenty twenty three continues moving through the courts. The suspect in that deadly incident that claimed two teenage lives has pleaded not guilty to capital murder charges. Investigators believe the shooting may have been retaliation related, with evidence pointing to tensions between groups. Detectives recovered what they call a ghost gun, an untraceable firearm without a serial number, which lab results confirmed was used in the incident that also injured three other people.

    As we head into the rest of our Thursday, we encourage you to stay alert in and around construction zones and areas where traffic patterns may have changed. Give yourself extra time if you're traveling through central El Paso, particularly near major intersections where recent incidents have occurred.

    We're grateful you tuned in this morning to stay connected with what's happening in our community. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss tomorrow's update on El Paso Local Pulse. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai.

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  • UTEP Miners Basketball Surges, Small Biz Boost, Mild Weather Ahead - El Paso Local Pulse

    UTEP Miners Basketball Surges, Small Biz Boost, Mild Weather Ahead - El Paso Local Pulse
    2026/02/01
    Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Sunday, February 1. We kick off with some exciting sports news from last night at the Don Haskins Center, where our UTEP Miners mens basketball team pulled off a solid 70-55 victory over the University of Delaware Fightin Blue Hens. The Miners improved to 8-14 overall and 4-7 in Conference USA play, with a strong second half run sealing the win after a tight first half. Our guys dominated from the free throw line, and fans are buzzing about the momentum heading into next games.

    Shifting to public safety, in the past 24 hours, El Paso police made a key arrest near the Bridge of the Americas after a reported smuggling attempt involving a family from Ecuador. No injuries occurred, and authorities are reminding drivers on Paisano Drive to stay vigilant during peak border traffic.

    Over at City Hall, council members approved a new ordinance streamlining permits for small businesses along Montana Avenue, which should ease daily operations for shops and eateries facing red tape. This comes as we see fresh activity with a popular taqueria opening its second location near Cohen Stadium and a coffee spot on North Mesa Street announcing expansions.

    On the job front, listings around El Paso are up about 5 percent this week, especially in logistics near the ports of entry, while real estate shows median home prices holding steady around 280 thousand dollars in the Upper Valley.

    Weather today brings mild sunshine with highs near 62 degrees and light winds, perfect for outdoor plans, though a chilly front rolls in tomorrow with possible showers. Bundle up for evening walks in Ascarate Park.

    Our schools shine too, with Burges High recently clinching a regional debate title, and look ahead to free community camps starting tomorrow at the El Paso Public Library branches, including shelter helper workshops for families.

    For a feel-good note, listeners shared stories of neighbors rallying to repair playgrounds at Album Park after recent winds, turning a setback into community pride.

    Upcoming, catch the Miners next home game Thursday and a cultural music fest at the Plaza Theatre this Wednesday.

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  • El Paso Border Watch, Detention Concerns, and Filmmaking Ambitions - Local Pulse Update

    El Paso Border Watch, Detention Concerns, and Filmmaking Ambitions - Local Pulse Update
    2026/01/29
    Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Thursday, January 29th. We start with breaking news from our border communities. Yesterday evening, El Paso police executed a search warrant in Segundo Barrio near Park and 9th Avenue, with multiple units on scene. No further details on arrests yet, but we stay vigilant for updates on public safety there. In other serious matters, a Nicaraguan man, Victor Manuel Diaz, died at Camp East Montana on Fort Bliss after a presumed suicide attempt on January 14th, as confirmed by 911 records and Associated Press reports. This marks the third detainee death at the facility, amid ongoing concerns from advocates. El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego voiced worries yesterday about a proposed new ICE detention center near Clint off I-10 in Socorro, saying it could strain our water and electricity without federal funding support—equivalent to 8,000 residents taxing our resources.

    Shifting to city developments, the City of El Paso submitted an application for a new foreign-trade subzone at PMI Services North America on Montana Avenue, docketed January 26th per the Federal Register. This boosts our logistics jobs, creating around 200 positions in the coming year. On the cultural front, local filmmakers met last night at DSF Studios on Bassett Avenue near the zoo, pushing for incentives after the success of One Battle After Another with Leonardo DiCaprio. They want El Paso to become a film hub, filling the film commission vacancy left by Drew Mayes-Oakes.

    Weather stays mild today with sunny skies and highs near 62 degrees—perfect for outdoor activities, no disruptions expected. Look for partly cloudy evenings and the same tomorrow. In sports, UTEP basketball fell at home to LA Tech last night. Schools report solid achievements, like Burges High's math team topping regionals.

    New business buzz includes home developments with S&P rating EP Forty649 PFC bonds at A-plus for 55 million in residential revenue. Real estate sees median home prices up about 5 percent to 285,000 dollars, with strong sales near the Lower Valley. Job market holds steady, unemployment around 4 percent.

    Looking ahead, catch the El Paso Indie Film Movement meeting replay insights, and community events like the Camino Real Mobility Authority update from yesterday. For a feel-good note, local talent shines in that Oscar-buzz film, putting us on the map.

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  • Local Pulse: El Paso Family Seeks Answers, Job Openings, Real Estate, and Community Events

    Local Pulse: El Paso Family Seeks Answers, Job Openings, Real Estate, and Community Events
    2026/01/25
    Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Sunday, January 25.

    We start with a developing story at Camp East Montana, where the family of Victor Manuel Diaz, a 36-year-old migrant who died there earlier this month, questions how authorities handled his case. KFOX14 reports his family learned his body was sent to William Beaumont Army Medical Center for autopsy instead of our local El Paso County Medical Examiner's Office, sparking concerns over jurisdiction and lack of notification. This marks the third death at the facility, and while DHS calls it a suicide, his attorney seeks the full report, which could take months. Our hearts go out to the family as they search for answers.

    Shifting to brighter notes, our job market stays strong with over 200 part-time retail openings at places like Whole Foods Market on Montana Avenue, from stockers to deli counters, perfect for flexible schedules. Kontoor Brands also lists about a dozen local spots for clothing pros. Real estate hums along too, with median home prices around $260,000 near the Franklin Mountains, drawing families for those mountain views.

    City Hall updates include smoother traffic flow decisions on Interstate 10 near Transmountain Road, easing our daily commutes. Weather-wise, sunny skies today with highs near 62 degrees mean ideal conditions for outdoor fun, though a cool front brings scattered showers tomorrow—pack that light jacket for hikes.

    New business buzz: Cafe Central in Downtown El Paso celebrates over 100 years of fine dining, blending old traditions with fresh flavors—worth a visit soon. Culturally, The Jazz Exchange kicks off its 2026 series at spots like 1922 Bar, bringing live jazz around town.

    Sports fans, UTEP Miners gear up for hoops matchups soon, while the El Paso Zoo offers Zoomba classes with zebra views for fitness lovers. Quick school nod: Local roller derby partners with Nations Tobin Sports Center for beginner skate workshops.

    Upcoming, catch the Downtown Barstool Open mini-golf on January 31 in Downtown, or a full moon hike February 1 at Roundhouse Trailhead in Franklin Mountains State Park. For feel-good vibes, listeners share stories of neighbors helping clear ice near Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park after last week's chill.

    In the past 24 hours, no major crimes reported, just routine patrols keeping our streets safe around East Montana and Mills Avenue.

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  • El Paso Jail Safety, Job Boom, Winter Storm Ahead

    El Paso Jail Safety, Job Boom, Winter Storm Ahead
    2026/01/23
    Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Friday, January 23rd. We kick off with some serious public safety news from the past day. KFOX reports a 25-year-old man, George Lopez, just got 15 years in prison for acting as lookout in the 2023 beating death of inmate Jesus Torres at the El Paso County Jail Annex on Spur 601. Two others have pleaded guilty too, while cases for the remaining suspects continue, and the victims family lawsuit against the county moves forward after a judge denied dismissal. Our thoughts go out to the Torres family as we stay vigilant about jail safety.

    Shifting to brighter spots, were feeling the buzz in our job market with over 10,000 openings listed on Indeed, from stockers at local stores to IT support techs and even a new business and financial manager spot at City Hall. Texas ranks third nationally for starting businesses per WalletHubs latest, thanks to strong employment growth, so if youre dreaming of launching something near the Innovation Factory, nows prime time.

    City Hall updates include Congresswoman Escobars vote for a funding bill bringing a quarter million dollars here for modular maker spaces at the Innovation Factory, boosting early manufacturing and aerospace right downtown. No major new openings or closings, but keep eyes on Texas nearshoring boom.

    Weather wise, a massive winter storm looms across the US with Texas under emergency watch, per KTSM, so bundle up today, folks. Expect chilly winds impacting outdoor plans, with a partly sunny outlook but dropping temps by evening, maybe flurries north of the Franklin Mountains.

    Tonight, catch Concerto dAmore at 730 at Sunset Parlor with El Paso Barroco, or the classiest jazz duo free downtown. UTEP Miners host LA Tech soon, and theres a Stan Scott track meet today. Tomorrow, salsa social at El Paso Ballroom Dance Academy and jazz at 1922 Bar. Dont miss the free Lego play or book swap at Kendra Scott.

    Quick school nod to Healthcare Continuing Education day at the Medical Education Building on Rick Francis Street. And a feel-good tale: locals rallying for Torres family justice shows our community heart.

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