Month: January 2014

It might be remodeling time for El Paso County’s subdivision building code. Experts believe about 50,000 new homes will go up in the far east the next 20 years. The land is flatter and cheaper to develop. Smaller, more urban lots are growing in popularity. But the County requires subdivision lots be at least six-thousand

If you live in the Borderland, you are likely thankful you aren’t dealing with the frigid temperatures across most of the United States. El Paso has seen below-freezing weather overnight and in the early morning which serves as a reminder to check your vehicle to make sure it makes it through the rest of the

Chihuaha State officials have released figures which show a drop in the murder rate before. Former mayors of Juarez have claimed the city was safer in the past. But Juarenses didn’t always agree. Now, many say Juarez is becoming the city they loved, once again. Juarez on a Saturday night seems to be as busy

Hundreds of drivers found themselves in a jam afternoon in East El Paso. The Texas Department of Transportation closed one of the southbound lanes of Loop 375 to work on one of the overpasses at the Interstate 10 interchange. It was closed from Rojas north of I-10 down to North Loop south of the highway.

The El Paso Public Library is forgiving late fees through Jan. 18. The goal is to encourage prodigal book borrowers to return with books in hand. The library’s 13 branches are currently missing about 28,000 items — roughly $200,000 in outstanding late fees. Patrons can also cut down their total late fees by bringing in

Mesilla Valley Transportation delivers and picks up loads from across the U.S. … that includes the states hit by a massive winter storm Thursday night into Friday morning. When winter weather hits the best thing truckers can do according to driver Jorge Gonzalez is, “Slow down. The weather’s actually telling you how fast you should

01-08-13 UPDATE: Judge Sam Medrano of the 405th District Court will be allowed to remain on the possible retrial of Daniel Villegas. On Tuesday, Stephen B. Ables, Presiding Judge of the Sixth Administrative Judicial Region of Texas, denied the motion submitted by District Attorney Jaime Esparza to remove Judge Medrano from the case. The ruling

More details have emerged in a New Year’s Day home invasion just north of Las Cruces that left one of the alleged invaders dead. Dona Ana County Sheriff’s officials say 25-year-old Sal Garces, the man who was killed, and three other men broke into the Dona Ana home of Joseph Torrez. Investigators say Torrez is

Anthony Cobos and Lorenzo Aguilar were each sentenced to prison on Friday for their roles in a public corruption scheme. For details on the sentencing, read the story under related Content. Below is what led to their arrests and how the money flowed in the sceme. Cobos pleaded guilty Sept. 3, 2013 to federal conspiracy

Former County Judge Anthony Cobos, who pleaded guilty to public corruption, has been sentenced to four years in prison and must pay a $10,000 fine. His accomplice, Lorenzo Aguilar, was also sentenced to four years in prison but his fine is $50,000. Both men admitted their guilt and apologized during their sentencing hearing, but would

In 100 days, the El Paso Chihuahuas are scheduled to open their new Downtown Ballpark. But there are concerns the more than $70 million stadium may not be substantially completed in time for the opening homestand on April 11th. No one disagrees there will still be work to be done on the Ballpark after the

After two years of construction on the Cesar Chavez Border Highway, the tolls are open. So what’s the reaction? “I think they shouldn’t charge us to be on the border highway because it’s been a part of us for a long time,” El Paso resident Abraham Martinez said. “I think it’s beautiful, perfect for citizens

A 33-year-old Kansas woman tried to smuggle methamphetamine into the U.S. by strapping two bundles full of drugs to her body on New Year’s Day, a law enforcement spokesman said. Melissa Kay Villar, of Wichita, faces charges for the failed smuggling attempt. A U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokesman said Villar walked onto the Bridge

The Doa Ana County Sheriff’s office said one of four men who invaded a home was killed when the resident fought back. A spokeswoman told KVIA that Sal Garces, 25, his brother, Raymond Garces, 19, and two other men, Nathan Avalos, 19, and Leonard Calvillo, 22, forced their way into a home in the 600

It’s the first traffic death of the new year in El Paso. Police say Cruz and her husband Fred Merriwether were driving east on 1-10. Investigators were told the couple was arguing when Cruz opened the door and jumped out of the car. The driver of the second car, also going east on 1-10 was

The flight home was a long one for the Virginia Tech players after losing the Sun Bowl, but at least they didn’t have to pack the equipment truck first. That would involve a full “undressing” from their beloved long-time equipment manager, who is retiring at the end of the school year.

The flight home was a long one for the Virginia Tech players after losing the Sun Bowl, but at least they didn’t have to pack the equipment truck first. That would involve a full “undressing” from their beloved long-time equipment manager, who is retiring at the end of the school year.

A local non profit is tackling drinking and driving by offering safe rides home. Tyler Rouse founded No DUI El Paso. The organization started providing party goers free rides home from bars, restaurants and clubs in October 2012. New Year’s night 2014 volunteers helped more than 50 people get home after spending a night on

EL PASO, Texas – El Paso’s first New Year’s Day babies were born at midnight within seconds of each other. Both mothers say they are excited about the memorable birthdays. The two baby girls were born at Providence Memorial hospital at exactly midnight. Mothers confirm the deliveries were not planned for New Year’s Day. Anaiz

EL PASO, Texas – Police have identified the woman killed early Wednesday morning as Vielka Cruz, 27. She was arguing with her husbandFred Merriwether, 32, when she opened her door and jumped out of the car, according to police. Another vehicle, driven by a 23-year-old woman, then struck and killed Cruz. The crash happened at

The Hokies’ Sun Bowl experience didn’t have a fairy-tale ending. But that doesn’t mean the trip was a waste for the team — or their families. Former Virginia Tech long snapper Collin Carroll watched the game through the eyes of the player’s parents — it’s a perspective you’ll see only on ABC-7.

Starting tomorrow shoppers from Mexican border towns may have even more reason to come to the U.S. to spend their pesos. The federal Mexican tax rate is increasing from 11 percent to 16 percent. Tu Moda owner Estevan Esquivel hasn’t been in business on El Paso Street in downtown long and isn’t sure if the

Final score: 42-12. ABC-7’s Asher Wildman reports that VA Tech quarterback Logan Thomas was knocked unconscious on the hit that ended his Sun Bowl. Watch highlights, color and analysis on ABC-7 at 6, ABC-7 at 9 on the CW and ABC-7 at 10. —————– Brett Hundley to Shaquelle Evans 59-yard TD pass nails down the

If you haven’t left for today’s 80th Hyundai Sun Bowl game, you’re late. Parking lots are filling up around Sun Bowl Stadium. Several construction projects are restricting access to lots that have been open in other years. The Schuster Street exit is backing up. The Executive Center and downtown Mesa exits provide alternative access via

Football is a defensive game. But Virginia Tech players can’t let their guards down — even in their own locker room.

An injured doe had to be euthanized after it wandered into a West El Paso neighborhood with four other deer. Residents near the intersection of Belvidere and Dulce Tierra woke up to the sight of five deer walking through their streets shortly after 5 Monday morning. El Paso Animal Services crews arrived with a veterinarian

Suspension after suspension after suspension. Disciplinary absences have plagued the UTEP men’s basketball team this season. Over the weekend, two more Miners were suspended indefinitely, junior guards McKenzie Moore and Jalen Ragland. And at this point, why Moore and Ragland were suspended remains a mystery. (Editor’s Note: Moore was previously suspended this season for the

Higher-than-normal levels of mercury, arsenic and lead have been found in a recent investigation released by the Texas Custodial Trust about the old ASARCO site. Property where the lead and copper smelter once stood were tested for contaminants. The 79-page Supplemental Remedial Investigation released in November details soil screenings that were completed in 10 areas

Suspension after suspension after suspension. Disciplinary absences have plagued the UTEP men’s basketball team this season. Over the weekend, two more Miners were suspended indefinitely, junior guards Mckenzie Moore and Jalen Ragland. And at this point, why Moore and Ragland were suspended remains a mystery. ABC-7 found no police reports mentioning the two Miners and

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