El Paso Daily Local Headlines: Sheriff’s Office arrest, veteran housing build, Lunar New Year plans

Public safety

Deputies say a man wanted on an evading arrest warrant was taken into custody after a foot chase in the Fabens area. Officials say the encounter began during patrol activity on February 19, ended with a Taser deployment, and later led to additional allegations after an attempted escape while in custody.

Authorities say the man now faces multiple charges tied to evading, resisting arrest, assault on a peace officer, and escape-related allegations. He was booked into the county detention facility with bond set, according to officials.

Community: Mortgage-free adapted home planned for injured veteran

A nonprofit is launching construction on a specially adapted, single-level home for an Army staff sergeant in El Paso living with service-connected multiple sclerosis. Organizers say the design is intended to improve safety and independence with wheelchair-accessible space and features like a roll-in shower and other accessibility-focused upgrades.

Supporters framed the build as a community effort, with the home planned as a mortgage-free donation once completed.

Arts and events: Lunar New Year celebration set for downtown

Downtown organizers are gearing up for a Lunar New Year celebration tied to the Year of the Horse, with cultural performances and family-friendly activities planned around the arts district. The event is set for February 28, with additional activities leading up to it during the week.

• Where: Downtown arts and museum spaces near Cleveland Square
• When: February 28 (midday to afternoon)
• What to expect: Dance performances, market-style vendors, and cultural programming

Weather watch

Forecasters are calling for a noticeable warm-up this week, along with increasing winds that could kick up dust at times. It may be a good week to secure loose outdoor items and plan extra time for driving in gusty conditions.

Sources

Wanted man faces multiple charges after foot chase with deputies

Homes For Our Troops to build specially-adapted home for injured Army veteran in El Paso

Sunday Funday: Lunar New Year

https://hoodline.com/2026/02/el-paso-braces-for-february-sizzle-and-dusty-winds/