Month: June 2016

Master Sgt. Shawn Vosburg (Ret.) said he enjoyed participating in The Warrior Games 2016 this past weekend even though he failed to place in any of the competitions. Vosburg competed in categories like archery, shooting, among others. The Warrior Games is a multi-sport event for wounded, injured or ill service personnel and veterans organized by

By EDUARDO VERDUGO and SAYRA CRUZ, Associated Press Mexican authorities and protesters traded accusations of responsibility Monday for weekend clashes in which at least six people died and more than 100 were wounded in the restive southern state of Oaxaca. Federal Police Chief Enrique Galindo, speaking on local Radio Formula, said few teachers were involved

City officials in Orlando have refused to provide hundreds of 911 calls from the Orlando nightclub massacre to The Associated Press and a coalition of news organizations, citing confidentiality under Florida law and arguing that an ongoing investigation kept the tapes secret. The AP and others requested the 911 tapes and related data, a common

the senate is set to vote on gun reform measures. after the worst mass shooting in american history how likely will the long waited reforms actually go forward this time around? and new details expected today from the orlano massacre. what the f-b-i will release that happened during those horrific hours the gunman opened fire.

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) – Cleveland’s 52-year championship drought is over. It ended with an exciting 93-89 victory over Golden State to give the Cavaliers their first NBA title. LeBron James had a triple-double, Kyrie Irving’s 3-pointer with 53 seconds left put Cleveland ahead to stay and the Cavaliers beat the Golden State Warriors 93-89 in

21-year-old El Paso woman was struck and killed in Dallas early Sunday morning. Dallas Police say Eunise Chavez was the victim in the hit-and-run. Full story here: Dallas Morning News

The loss of 49 people in Orlando was felt by many across the nation, but for many it was more than an attack on those who were in the nightclub that fateful night. “It was an attack on the LGBT community but also just an attack on freedom,” said Andy Tiscareo, one of the dozens

U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch said Sunday that the FBI will release a partial transcript of the conversations between the gunman within the Pulse gay nightclub and Orlando police negotiators. Meanwhile, Orlando residents paused throughout the day – at a bar in the early morning hours, at morning church services and at an evening candlelight

VAN HORN, Texas (AP) – The private space company run by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has completed its fourth successful unmanned rocket launch and safe landing in West Texas using the same vehicle. Officials with Blue Origin say the latest launch of New Shepard happened Sunday morning near Van Horn. The rocket landed upright, with

El Paso County Commissioners have started on the long and complicated process of figuring out a budget for next year. The county is having to focus more on infrastructure in unincorporated parts of the county because of growth outside of cities. And as county leaders get started on the budget season, it could have an

parting is such sweet sorrow … and we had to part with two mainstays on abc-7 at four. maria garcia spent more than a decade at abc-7 … starting off as an intern … before eventually becoming the anchor of abc-7 at four and abc-7 xtra. but now she’s off to new york to pursue

street fest takes over downtown for a second day and well into the night… finally getting some relief from the sweltering temperatures. and that extreme heat nearly setting records – scorching sun city residents and people across the region. and el paso county continues to grow – now into areas outside of any city more

With temperatures hitting 108 degrees around 7 p.m., thousands of partygoers at the Street Fest knew hydration and staying cool was essential. Most people at the Street Fest had one technique or another to stay cool in triple-digit temperatures. “Oh it’s extremely hot,” Letty Avaro said. Some people listened to some music under the shade.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Adalberto Mejia pitched seven shutout innings in his first Triple-A game of the season, as the Sacramento River Cats beat the El Paso Chihuahuas 6-1Saturdaynight at Raley Field. Mejia struck out eight and did not walk any Chihuahuas’ batters. The River Cats scored quickly against El Paso lefthander Frank Garces when Sacramento

of party goers at the street fest knew hydration and staying cool was essential. so just how did they get through the heat? abc-7’s jerry najera is live to tell us… evan, josie. the temperatures didn’t start to cool down until about 8:30. most people we saw out here had one technique or another to

GREENSBORO, N.C. –Junior Daniel Johnson was named American Baseball Coaches Association/Rawlings Third Team All-American, the organization announced onSaturday. He is the 13th Aggie to be named an All-American, and the first since 2009. “What a great honor for our program and for DJ,” said head coach Brian Green. “He has earned all the accolades he

The triple digits seemed to keep a lot of people at home Saturday morning as parks stood empty, but this Father’s Day weekend many families have plans, even if it’s hot. If you’re going to come outside, there are some things you need to keep in mind “Much easier to swim indoors than to be

DALLAS (AP) – Authorities say fire alarms twice sounded at one of Dallas’ main airports, forcing an evacuation and disrupting travel plans as many flights were rescheduled. Officials say the alarms at Dallas Love Field have not been working properly and a false alarm occurred about 9 a.m. Saturday. Hundreds of people were asked to

The state Attorney General is warning New Mexico residents of a scammer who has been threatening legal action unless they receive payment. The Santa Fe New Mexican reports (http://bit.ly/24YaAGj ) that the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office warned against the scam Friday, telling residents not to give out personal or financial information over the phone.

A racehorse at Ruidoso Downs Race Track tested positive for the Equine Herpes Virus Friday. Officials at the race track say the horse was euthanized and its remains were disposed of off the track. The New Mexico Livestock Board and the New Mexico Racing Commission are now working with officials at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

Police have now confirmed that speed and alcohol were factors in an early morning collision near the 1300 block of Zaragoza. The crash happened around 2:30 Saturday morning. According to police, A 2007 Kia Optima driven by Stephanie Bueno was traveling South on Zaragoza at a high rate of speed. The Kia approached a curve

El Paso County is growing, particularly in unincorporated areas. And that’s creating new challenges for county government. “There are parts of the county where it seems seamless from the city of El Paso,” said Commissioner Vince Perez, (D) Precinct 3. Perez represents most of the unincorporated areas of El Paso County in Precinct 3. the

breaking news. 1 person is dead after an early morning rollover. it happened around 2-30 this morning at the intersection of zaragoza and george dieter. special traffic investigators from the el paso police department are at the scene right now investigating what caused the one vehicle rollover . police confirm 1 person died at the

the massacre at an orlando nightclub. but donor beware. rick cabrera has some tips to make sure you don’t end up being scammed in abc-7 listens. tragedies always inspire people to give. in fact … it’s at some of our lowest moments that we see the best in people … and just how caring and

breaking news overnight about a serious rollover on the eastside… leaving one person dead on the scene. the first family making a tour of the nation’s national parks… including one right near the borderland. and scorching temperatures searing the region… with dangerous highs and very dry conditions expected for the weekend. and in stormtrack weather,

early morning rollover has closed a very busy eastside intersection. it happened around 2-30 this morning at the intersection of zaragoza and george dieter. special traffic investigators from the el paso police department are at the scene right now investigating a one vehicle rollover . officers and witnesses at the scene say at least 2

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE, Associated Press Eyes wide open and head tilted upward, President Barack Obama appeared awed Friday as he toured an underground cave at a national park in New Mexico – part of a family vacation that’s also designed to draw attention to America’s natural wonders. Obama, his wife, Michelle, and their daughters, Malia

A glitch is forcing dozens of students to retake the SAT this weekend. ABC-7 learned that The College Board, the group that owns and administered the SAT on the weekend in question, gave students an outdated version of the test. The notice came through an email on Tuesday.The college readiness test that James Tift’s granddaughter

students to retake the s-a-t this weekend. stephanie valle has a story … … you’ll see only on abc-seven. the notice came through an email on tuesday. the college entrance exam that james tift’s granddaughter took two weeks ago — is being thrown out. 2.01 “she tried three times at least to call and find

If there is a fatality on the freeway, police say it’s always going to take quite a while to reopen the lanes. “It’s a crime scene, and potentially, it could be a homicide investigation,” El Paso Police Spokesman Enrique Carrillo said. “Regardless, we are still investigating the death of an individual and its gonna take