Month: October 2017

El Dorado senior quarterback Cedarious Barfield is used to putting up big numbers, but he really delivered in Friday’s win over Coronado. And for his efforts, he’s been named the “Ticket Spicket National Player of the Week.” Barfield had a tremendous day both throwing and running. He passed for over 300 yards and accounted for

Detectives with the Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office say a violent suspect who recently completed a 30-year prison sentence for second-degree murder has been charged in what they are describing as a “bizarre home invasion.” Detectives arrested 58-year-old Samuel Ponce Chavez Friday after a call that involved an alleged home invasion by a suspect reportedly

El Paso’s economy is better than it has been in decades. An economic indicator report released by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas in September shows El Paso’s unemployment rate is at 4 percent — the lowest its been since 1990. The Borderplex Alliance, an organization focused on economic development in the region, firmly believes

A Texas man has pleaded guilty to violating federal drug trafficking and firearms laws in New Mexico and could be facing a life sentence in federal prison. Prosecutors say 25-year-old Michael Dwain Samples, of Monahans, entered a plea agreement Tuesday in a Las Cruces court. Samples pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, possession of

A principal who inspired teachers and students with her positive attitude during her battle with brain cancer is taking the message to a broader audience. Jennifer DeGraaf had received good news in December 2016 that her brain tumors had shrunk in size. However, nine months later, she learned that they were back, and they had

El Paso Fire Department crews responded to a large apartment fire in Northeast El Paso Tuesday morning. The condition four fire was located at 11611 Dyer Street, which is at the Van Horne Estate Apartments. When ABC-7 crews arrived, crews were putting out the fire in an apartment on the third floor. Condition four is

El Paso and Juarez city leaders came together for a joint City Council work session on Monday. The event was held at the El Paso Convention Center instead of City Hall. The meeting was held to focus on strengthening ties. The group discussed border relations, cultural events and economic development between the two cities. El

Fans are flocking to the Abraham Chavez Theater to see Ringo Starr and His All-Star Band. A former member of The Beatles, Ringo is known for providing lead vocals in hits like “Yellow Submarine” and “Little Help From My Friends”. He last performed in El Paso in 2003. George Reynoso, owner of All That Music

Two people are seriously injured after a crash in Northeast El Paso Sunday involving a semi-truck. It happened before 4 p.m. on Gateway North near US-54 and Sun Valley. “He pushed (the car) from the stoplight, all the way down, about 50 yards,” said Elijah Gumbs, who witnessed the crash. “We ran over there to

Special Traffic investigators are investigating the wreck that left two people with life-threatening injuries, police said. The wreck happened October 29, 2017 on the 10300 block of Gateway North. Police said a 2016 Volvo semi-tractor trailer was north-bound on Gateway North when it collided with a 2016 Dodge Dart traveling east on Sun Valley. The

El Pasoans interested in film were able to get a taste of what it’s like to work in the industry. The Texas Film Commission hosted a two-day production assistant (PA) workshop at the Plaza Theater. Leora Backer Mohr, the workshop’s instructor, said the role of a production assistant is crucial on set. “One thing that

The Utep miners exploded on to the field Saturday kicking off their game against UTSA and Miner fans were in full support. But they also got to catch a glimpse of pro NFL player Aaron Jones. “i think it’s awesome especially because my son as a little kid was a packers fan and just to

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) – Police in North Texas have identified a 22-year-old Arlington college student as the victim shot and killed by his girlfriend’s father. The gunman later was found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Arlington police say the daughter is being treated after being run over Friday night at a shopping center

TXDOT crews began tearing down the Resler on ramp to I-10 eastbound early Sunday morning. Crews were knocking down the “old” Resler flyover ramp to allow motorists to use the new and improved flyover beginning Monday morning . Westbound traffic on I-10 was detoured off the interstate at the Resler off ramp, then on to

Fresh off their bye week, the UTEP Miners were hoping the week off would give them the answers needed to get that elusive first win of the season. That win wouldn’t come Saturday night against the UT-San Antonio Roadrunners. The Miners lost their 8th game of the season in front of the home crowd at

Burges 7 vs Andress 51 FINAL Irvin 14 vs El Paso 40 FINAL Bowie 21 vs Austin 19 FINAL Jefferson 13 Chapin 56 FINAL Coronado 28 El Dorado 53 FINAL Americas 3 vs Montwood 42 FINAL Franklin 48 Socorro 20 FINAL Pebble Hills 71 vs Eastwood 34 FINAL Del Valle 36 vs Bel Air 24

Montwood High School’s cosmetology salon is usually only open to the public on Wednesdays. But on Saturday, students welcomed those who are battling breast cancer for a day of pampering. “It was just something that we wanted to do support our community, and let those out there know that we’re here for them and we

In tonight’s edition of the War of the Week, the Bowie Bears squared off against the Austin Panthers

If you or someone you know is battling breast cancer, the Montwood Cosmetology Ram Salon is hosting a pamper day. They are giving free manicures and pedicures Saturday, October 28, from 8 a.m. to Noon. R.S.V.P. to Ana Player at aplayer@sisd.net. You can also call (915) 937-2415 or (915) 937-2746. Refreshments will be provided by

A jury Friday found Javier Quinones, the man on trial for the murder of his former son-in-law, guilty of Murder and Interference with Child Custody. Hours later, the same jury sentenced Quinones to life in prison. Quinones was convicted for the murder of William John Wolff, who at the time, was involved in a bitter

Three Taco Bell customers, including one on a bicycle, pursued an alleged robbery suspect and reported his location to police, officials said. Gustavo Cedeno, 41, of the 1400 block of south Espina Street, is charged with one count of robbery, a third-degree felony. Police officers were dispatched to the report of an armed robbery at

Detectives with the police department’s Crimes Against Children Unit arrested a woman wanted on three outstanding criminal warrants. Marla Yvette Tribble, 24, is charted with Criminal Mischief, Criminal Trespass and Injury to a Child. Police said detectives located Tribble at the McDonalds at 217 E. Paisano Monday, October 23, 2017. Tribble was booked into the

The Eight District Court of Appeals has recused itself from a contempt of court hearing involving the City of El Paso and Historian Max Grossman, the man leading the effort to protect the Duranguito neighborhood from demolition. The City plans to build a multipurpose performing arts center in the downtown neighborhood. The Order of Recusal

The police department’s Gang Unit arrested and charged an El Paso man accused of breaking into a home and threatening a group of people with two machetes. Jesus Alberto Escudero, 19, is charged with three counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and a single count of Burglary of Habitation. Police said the incident

Emergence Health Network is working to battle the negative stigma of mental health illness. It is hosting what it calls a first-of-its-kind event in El Paso — a Mental Health First Aid Training Blitz. Emergence will host ten eight-hour training courses at various locations across the city. “If we can really learn about mental illness

The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department is holding a Pumpkin Patch Swimming event Saturday, October 28 to help families find their perfect pumpkin this Fall. It will be held from noon to 1 p.m. at the Armijo Aquatic Center, 911 S. Ochoa. At the event, kids can walk into the zero-depth side

Looking for something scary to do this Halloween? Check out this list of Halloween haunted houses all across the city: Terror Trail Haunted House : 401 Anthony Ave, Canutillo, TX Hours: Friday and Saturday nights from Sept. 29-Oct. 31 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. Sunday nights 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Price: Tickets range from

Lifelong friends of Javier Quinones, the man accused of murdering his former son-in-law and El Paso Community College professor, told jurors Thursday Quinones asked them about hiring a hit man. Quinones is accused of murdering William John Wolff, who at the time, was involved in a bitter child custody dispute with Quinones’ daughter, Erika Quinones

The El Paso City Council held a special meeting Thursday morning to discuss the priorities and goals council members have for the city. District representatives presented five projects, or areas of concern, they would like to see the city address to Mayor Dee Margo and city staff. Mayor Margo said the discussion was an idea

This week marks Red Ribbon Week across the Borderland, in which students learn about the dangers of drug use and drug trafficking. The Drug Enforcement Administration created Red Ribbon Week after the murder of one of its own agents, Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena, at the hands of Mexican drug traffickers in the 1980s. ABC-7 visited Harmony