Month: June 2015

It was a frightening moment for Raul Ruiz as three suspects attempted to rob his home Thursday night. Investigators from the Department’s Gang Unit responded to assist Pebble Hills Regional Command TAC officers with an attempted burglary. Ruiz said he was shocked when a gun was raised to his face when he opened the door.

Audits from the El Paso Children’s Hospital show the hospital at one point exceeded revenue projections but also spent a lot more than it brought in. In 2012, the hospital brought in $39 million in net patient revenue, much less than the $56 million projected in the feasibility study used to convince taxpayers to pay

New Mexico State Police have released the name of the man who shot a security guard and then killed himself on June 2. Police say that 62-year-old Benjamin Martinez, of Canutillo, went into the Human Services Department building on Crossett Lane in Anthony, New Mexico. After entering the building, Martinez allegedly shot an on-duty security

ABC-7’s Estela Casas was one of five journalists to interview President Barack Obama about the proposed international trade agreements – fast track authority and the Trans-Pacific Partnership. For ABC-7’s coverage of the proposed agreements and NAFTA, click on the links to the left of article under Related Content. Below is a transcript of the interview

By Evan Folan Congressman Beto O’Rourke’s El Paso office had several protestors outside it Wednesday in opposition to fast track and the Trans-Pacific Partnership proposals. UTEP Professor, Dr. Aurolyn Luykx said, “(the Trans-Pacific Partnership) has been referred to again and again as a trade deal which is rather misleading. What it really is is a

Government health experts are backing an experimental drug intended to boost the female sex drive, but stress that it must carry safety restrictions to manage side effects including fatigue, low blood pressure and fainting. The Food and Drug Administration panel voted 18-6 in favor of approving Sprout Pharmaceutical’s daily pill flibanserin, on the condition that

By: Jamie Warren Today our New Mexico Mobile Newsroom learned about plans to build the first ever hotel in the city of Sunland Park. The Mayor of Sunland Park told ABC-7 that the project hopes to bring more jobs and more tourism to the city. “This was a dream of the owner, Mr. Fulton has

Doa Ana County Sheriff’s detectives have arrested a former Doa Ana County employee for allegedly defrauding the government. Lorrie A. Munoz, 32, the former bureau of elections supervisor at the Doa Ana County Clerk’s office, was arrested for allegedly defrauding the government. Sheriff’s officials said information from a separate investigation at the clerk’s office revealed

El Paso Children’s Hospital and University Medical Center will participate in mediation on June 25 through the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Texas. The announcement was made late Thursday night as part of a statement that Rosemary Castillo, Chair of the El Paso Children’s Hospital Board, issued regarding the board’s decision to file for

It was a dominant era lasting more than 3 decades at Eastwood High School. Head swim coach Steve Flato has stepped away from the pool with one of the most impressive records in local sports history. Flato retired after winning 32 consecutive district championships for the boys’ swim team, showing the strong tradition of excellence

The Andress football team had some momentum under their belt the last three seasons under head coach Patrick Brown. But Brown has been hired for the same dual position at Sam Houston High School, the San Antonio ISD announced Wednesday. Brown went 24-11 at Andress and led the Eagles to bidistrict victories last year and

Doa Ana County Clerk Lynn Ellins and Chief Deputy Clerk Scott Krahling have released the following statement regarding the security of the office and the integrity of the staff. “The trust of the community in their public servants is a sacred commodity, and it has been shaken hard by recent events in our office. Four

Victor Manuel Solis, the father of an ex-Los Angeles Police officer arrested for murder, has been found guilty by a jury of making a false statement to the FBI. Victor Solis is currently out on bond and faces up to five years in federal prison and a maximum $250,000 fine. He is scheduled to be

Of all the big movies coming out this summer, one of the biggest – or at least most buff- is Magic Mike XXL. In Los Angeles recently, fans were invited to a special screening of the film. They also were asked questions by a mysterious, older fellow who looked a bit like a Nick Nolte

Can’t make it to the El Paso Zoo and Meerkat Manor reruns aren’t on? No problem. The El Paso Zoo has installed webcams for the meerkats and giraffes that people can access from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Watch the meerkats at http://www.elpasozoo.org/cameras/meerkats and giraffes at http://www.elpasozoo.org/cameras/giraffes

A man drowned in a pool Thursday morning. It happened at the 6400 block of Dawn in West El Paso. Police have not released the name of the 49-year-old Hispanic man. Police say man been doing yardwork in the backyard of the home while carrying a gas-powered leaf blower on his back. A co-worker who

Homeland Security agents found grenades in West Side home during arrest. The agents went to arrest Army Sgt. Michael Hall at his home in the 1600 block of Playa del Sol to arrest him on a federal charge of distribution of material involving sexual exploitation of minors. After taking Hall into custody, Hall told them

Three search warrants executed late Tuesday turned up thousands of dollars and a computer as part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged check-cashing ring by employees in the Dona Ana County Clerk’s Office. Dona Ana County Sheriff’s detectives continue to investigate allegations that four low-level Doa Ana County Clerk’s Office employees and three others

El Paso Police have released the name of the man who died after a rollover crash in Northeast El Paso. It happened just after 6:30 a.m. on U.S. 54 near Sean Haggerty. Police say the driver, 37-year-old John Jacob Dakan suffered a medical event that caused him to lose control of the vehicle. His passenger,

ABC-7’s Estela Casas had a one-on-one interview today with President Obama on proposed international trade agreements and their possible effect on the El Paso area. Watch clips of the interview during ABC-7’s 4 pm, 5 pm, 6 pm, and 10 pm newscasts, and 9 pm on the El Paso-Las Cruces CW. The 4 pm and

recorded this video of authorities entering and searching the clerk’s office yesterday. the group arrested was allegedly collecting and cashing fraudulent tax return checks in exchange for kickbacks. the sheriff’s office was tipped off in may. the arrests of those seven people … including four employees of the dona ana county clerk’s office have shocked

impact the borderland? abc-7’s darren hunt continues our complete coverage: , i spoke with former el paso mayor john cook today, who continues to work on cross-border trade issues in our area … as well as southern new mexico republican congressman steve pearce. both believe this new trade partnership could be big for the borderland.

trading to canada, the u.s and mexico. nafta increased commercial and legal trade between the countries. while the agreement fulfilled it promise other smaller companies took a major hit due to the competition. if the trans-pacific partnership is passed — some say the u.s will see effects similar to those nafta had on the nation.

some bite back in their bark… let’s go to the school yard… bottom first… chihuahuas down 3- zip … cue tommy medica… i’ve grown weary of this nonsense… a 3un blast and we’re tied at 3… bottom 2nd… melvin upton jr… up-ton funk… that’ll score 2 runs… chihuahuas take the lead and they cruise from

the youngsters here in el paso… not only does the gym provide a place where kids can go and develop skills and stay out of trouble… but it also brings out the best in some of our best young boxers… this is george sanchez and he’ll be competing in nationals in west virginia… the man

ABC-7’s Estela Casas talks trade agreements from in front of White House Tuesday afternoon. ABC-7 is one of five TV stations invited by White House officials for one-on-one interviews with President Obama on Wednesday regarding trade agreements. Watch a preview of the topic by clicking on the video above.

President Obama is fighting feverishly to make the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement a reality. The TPP would include nations that span the Pacific rim from Chile and Peru in South America to Vietnam in Southeast Asia. Obama says it will open huge markets to U.S. goods. Opponents, including a large number of Democrats, say the

UPDATE: El Paso Police have identified the man killed in a stabbing late Sunday night. The investigation by the Crimes Against Persons Unit (CAP) revealed that officers responding to 8735 Dyer on a stabbing found two persons with stab wounds. Both were taken to the hospital. The victim, 33-year old Steven Josef, was pronounced dead

The Environmental Services Department (ESD) will be holding a trash bin recovery drive this month for customers who are not paying for extra trash bins. ESD recently performed an audit that found at least 500 bins are being used by customers that are not being paid for. The City is asking customers to drop off

A portion of Yandell Drive will close to through traffic this summer to allow for street and pedestrian pathway improvements, traffic calming, and area beautification. Yandell between Campbell and Ochoa will be closed starting June 8 and remain in effect until late August. Digital message boards notifying travelers of the closure will be placed along