Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for February 18, 2025. We're starting with breaking news from the past 24 hours. Yesterday evening, a shooting occurred on Seville and Sambrano in South Central El Paso, with three people transported to local hospitals with unknown injuries. The incident is under investigation, and we'll keep you updated as more information becomes available[5].
In other news, local state lawmakers are opposing a proposed bill to criminalize self-managed abortions, sparking a heated debate in our community. Additionally, El Paso CBP officer has been arrested and charged with smuggling migrants and drug trafficking, highlighting ongoing concerns about border security[1].
Moving to city hall updates, the Commissioners Court recently discussed revisiting the El Paso coliseum bond in May, but the proposal was met with silence, derailing the bid for now. This decision could have significant implications for future development projects in our city[1].
Weather-wise, today is expected to be sunny with a high of 22 degrees Celsius and a low of 7 degrees Celsius. It's a great day to enjoy outdoor activities, and we recommend taking a stroll along the Rio Grande or visiting the El Paso Zoo. Looking ahead, the rest of the week is forecasted to be mostly sunny with moderate temperatures, ideal for exploring our city's many parks and trails[2].
In business news, there have been no major openings or closings reported in the past few days. However, the local economy is showing signs of growth, though tariffs could potentially impact this trend. We'll keep an eye on this and provide updates as necessary[1].
For upcoming community events, the El Paso Local Pulse podcast is always a great resource for discovering hidden gems and local culture. Tune in for insightful interviews with community leaders and vibrant discussions on local events[4].
In sports, the Bowie High School girls basketball team recently won their first district title in over 20 years, a fantastic achievement for our local athletes. Additionally, UTEP has announced their 2025 football schedule, which promises to be an exciting season for fans[1][3].
On a lighter note, the El Paso Zoo's mountain lions are set to predict the Super Bowl LIX winner using treat-filled piñatas, a fun event for the whole family. And in a heartwarming story, the longest shelter resident at the local animal shelter found a home on Valentine's Day, thanks to the community's support[1].
Finally, in today's crime report, aside from the shooting mentioned earlier, there have been reports of a drunk driver crashing into a patrol unit in Northeast El Paso and two men arrested for catalytic converter theft in the Lower Valley. We urge everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities[1][5].
This has been El Paso Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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