Martha Stewart lands ‘historic’ Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover
During an appearance on NBC’s “TODAY,” Martha Stewart spoke about being the oldest Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model at the age of 81.
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GoFundMe set up for toddler drowned at El Paso water park
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- A family member set up a GoFundMe account to help with funeral expenses for 3-year-old Anthony, after they said he drowned at water park Saturday. The toddler, whose identity was confirmed by the mother, was described as a loving boy, who loved Mickey Mouse, watching Cocomelon, playing outside, and loved the
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Fewer than expected migrants arrived at the border after Title 42 expired, but officials remain on high alert
Originally Published: 15 MAY 23 01:54 ETUpdated: 15 MAY 23 17:04 ETBy Nouran Salahieh, Polo Sandoval, Rosa Flores, Andrea Cambron and Priscilla Alvarez, CNN (CNN) — Despite warnings of a potential crush of migrants that sent thousands of federal personnel to the southern border and US cities scrambling to prepare, the days after the expiration of
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Bishop Seitz to hold prayer service and volunteer training for migrants
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Bishop Mark Seitz will lead a prayer service followed by a training of volunteers at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Monday, the Diocese of El Paso announced. The diocese said the event is in response to the lifting of Title 42. The diocese said all those interested in supporting the humanitarian needs
Continue Reading Webb telescope spots water in rare comet
By Ashley Strickland, CNN Astronomers used the James Webb Space Telescope to observe a rare comet in our solar system, making a long-awaited scientific breakthrough and stumbling across another mystery at the same time. For the first time, water was detected in a main belt comet, or a comet located in the main asteroid belt
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ABC-7 StormTrack Weather – some isolated storms tonight
There will be some isolated storms across the area tonight but most folks will likely not see a drop. Isolated storms will hang around all week with a mix of clouds and sunshine. Temps will be in the mid and upper 80’s.
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Gov. Greg Abbott threatens to veto pared-down school choice bill, warns of special sessions
By Brian Lopez, The Texas Tribune May 14, 2023 “Gov. Greg Abbott threatens to veto pared-down school choice bill, warns of special sessions” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for
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Man whose body was found near the Sunland Park border wall identified
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A man who was found dead near the border wall just west of Sunland Park Sunday has been identified. The Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Department said El Salvador resident Juan Chavez-Perez was found dead by Border Patrol Agents while patrolling the desert area near Sunland Park. Officials from the Office
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At least 3 people killed and 2 officers wounded in a shooting in Farmington, New Mexico, police say
UPDATE: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham released a statement about the Farmington shooting. “I am receiving frequent updates on the situation in Farmington as it evolves. I am grateful to law enforcement for their quick response and that there does not appear to be any ongoing threat to public safety. I have directed the
Continue Reading Martha Stewart lands ‘historic’ Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover
(CNN) — Martha Stewart is among the cover models for the 2023 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue. The lifestyle businesswoman, 81, is the oldest swimsuit model the magazine has featured, calling the fact “historic.” “I like that picture,” Stewart said of her cover shot as she revealed it on Monday’s “Today” show. Stewart posed in the Dominican Republic for
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Semi-truck rolls over along I-10 at Executive, sends one person to the hospital
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A semi-truck rolled over late Monday morning on the I-10 and Executive overpass in west El Paso. The initial call to 911 came in at 11:47 a.m., according to fire department dispatchers. One person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Crews remain on scene as they clean up
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Las Cruces city council to vote on various grants, one of which funds improvements to Las Cruces International Airport
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Las Cruces city council will vote Monday on whether to accept various grants for projects throughout the city, including improvements to the Las Cruces International Airport (LRU). An airport striping grant, funded by New Mexico Department of Transportation-Aviation, will give funding for required FAA striping and marking at
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Migrants in Juarez decided to stay in Mexico now that Title 8 is in effect
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — More migrants are being sent back to Mexico after Title 42 expired last Thursday. But still, fewer migrants have been seen in the streets of downtown Juarez, where they have been seen staying in the past. ABC-7 spoke with some migrants that were sent back to Mexico from the U.S. recently.
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El Paso Commissioners court to discuss funding for Sacred Heart Church amid migrant influx
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- On Monday, El Paso County Commissioners Court will discuss approving reimbursement funding for Sacred Heart Church. That funding would not exceed $200,000. The county says the funding would support the church’s work helping migrants who have been encountered by the Department of Homeland Security from April 1, 2023, through May 31,
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ABC-7 team wins two regional Murrow Awards
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) has awarded two regional Murrow Awards to ABC-7. Stephanie Valle’s Borderland Crimes podcast episode on the disappearance and death of Erika Gaytan won for best podcast from a television station in a small market. Dylan McKim and Lesley Engle won for investigative reporting.
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Ja Morant suspended from team activities after second video circulates showing him flash a gun
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has been suspended after an Instagram Live video appearing to show him flashing a gun while in a vehicle with others circulated on social media just two months after the athlete was suspended over a similar video. Senior lead NBA insider for The Athletic and Stadium Shams Charania joins “CNN This Morning” to discuss.
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Shania Twain is back on tour
Shania Twain is back on the concert trail. Twain’s “Queen of Me Tour” is a nearly 70-date run of shows in support of the singer’s upcoming sixth studio album of the same name. It’s her first LP in six years. The singer opened her “Queen of Me” tour with a string of Canadian performances, and
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Kelly Clarkson responds to allegations of workplace ‘toxicity’ on her talk show
(CNN) — Kelly Clarkson has addressed allegations of workplace toxicity at her talk show, writing in a text slide on her verified Instagram account on Friday that she intends to “ensure” that any issues are “eradicated.” The musician and host of hit NBC daytime talker “The Kelly Clarkson Show” was responding to a Rolling Stone
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Are you are who you say you are? TSA test facial recognition technology to boost airport security
BALTIMORE (AP) — A passenger walks up to an airport security checkpoint, slips an ID card into a slot and looks into a camera atop a small screen. The screen flashes “Photo Complete” and the person walks through — all without having to hand over their identification to the TSA officer sitting behind the screen.
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Road closures in El Paso County, Las Cruces for the week of May 15 to May 20
EL PASO, Texas — From west to east El Paso, to Southern New Mexico there’s a construction project in almost every part of the Borderland. Here’s a complete list of TxDOT’s and Las Cruces road closures May 15 to May 19. For updates in El Paso, click here. For a look at more information from TxDOT, click
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StormTrack Weather: Isolated rain chances continue
Good morning: I hope you had a great weekend! We didn’t see much rain, but we will get a chance each afternoon this week. Temperatures will remain mild weather is expected with highs 5-10 degrees below normal. Winds will be out of the west to southwest around 5 to 15 mph. Scattered thunderstorm chances over
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Mayorkas says border crossings have decreased by 50% after the lifting of Title 42
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Many had predicted a surge of migrants as Title 42 ended last week. Still, DHS secretary Alejandro Mayorkas says there has been an approximately 50 percent drop in the number of people at the southern border compared to before Title 42 expired. However, we still see dozens camped at
Continue Reading Taylor Swift interrupts ‘Bad Blood’ to defend concertgoer at Philadelphia tour stop
Taylor Swift appeared to help a concertgoer in the crowd of her latest “Eras Tour” stop in Philadelphia, PA, and videos of the moment are circulating on social media.
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UTEP secure commitment from Buffalo guard Yazid Powell
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Buffalo guard Yazid Powell announced his commitment to UTEP on Sunday via his socials. The 6-4 guard averaged 13 points, 4.1 rebounds and 2.7 assists last season while shooting 42% for the season. Powell played two seasons at Harcum Junior College before transferring to Buffalo for one season. In the
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El Paso Chihuahuas lose five of six games to the Sugar Land Space Cowboys
SUGAR LAND, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Chihuahuas had the potential tying run at third base in the ninth inning but lost to the Sugar Land Space Cowboys 4-3 Sunday night at Constellation Field. Sugar Land won five of the six games in the series even though the Chihuahuas had a lead in the
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Aggies finish up WAC play with another loss
OREM, Utah (KVIA) — NMSU will be leaving the WAC on a losing note, falling 5-4 to Utah Valley on Sunday and in-turn finishing conference play with a 9-21 record. For the first two games of the series between Utah Valley and NM State, offense was plentiful. On Sunday afternoon, the two squads engaged into a
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UTEP leave C-USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships with 7 gold medals
DENTON, Texas (KVIA) – UTEP’s Victor Kibiego was named the Freshman of the Meet, and tallied the most points overall on the Men’s side, while Niesha Burgher was the highest-point scorer on the women’s side as the Miners wrapped up competition at the 2023 Conference USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships at UNT Track & Field
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Why El Paso didn’t see the expected influx of migrants
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There are less migrants on El Paso’s streets in areas like Sacred Heart following the expiration of Title 42 Thursday, despite expectations. ABC-7 spoke with county officials to find out why. “A lot of the [migrants] that crossed were really trying to avoid Title 8,” said El Paso County Judge Ricardo
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Police search for suspect following shooting at east El Paso restaurant
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Crimes Against Persons detectives are asking the public for help in finding a man who they say shot another man at the El Cometa on Viscount early Saturday morning. Officers from the Pebble Hills Regional Command Center responded to a shooting call in the parking lot of the restaurant around
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ABC-7 StormTRACK Weather: Rain chances stick around
Happy Sunday everyone! It’s been another beautiful day in the Borderland and we’ve had some great cumulus clouds hanging around as well. While I don’t expect rain to impact us for the rest of the day, we are keeping the rain chances in for the remainder of the week, as well as breezy afternoon winds.
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