Trump signs order to fast-track marijuana reclassification
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an order directing federal agencies to fast-track the reclassification of marijuana,…
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By Kit Maher, Steve Contorno, Sarah Owermohle, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to expedite the…
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1 person taken to the hospital with serious injuries after getting hit by a vehicle
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– One person was taken to the hospital with serious injuries after getting hit by a vehicle. According to the El Paso Sheriff’s…
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Residents hear 22 gunshots in Upper Valley neighborhood in early morning
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– A Ring camera video sent to ABC-7 appears to capture the sound of roughly 20 gunshots early Sunday morning, according to the…
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One-on-one with EPISD’s new superintendent
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– On Wednesday, ABC-7 sat down with the El Paso Independent School District’s newly-named superintendent, Dr. Brian Lusk. Lusk…
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Tom Homan speaks at Turning Point USA chapter event at UTEP
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Tom Homan, the U.S. border czar, will be speaking at a Turning Point USA Chapter event at UTEP. A group called El Chuco Habla…
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Thousands of Texans could lose SNAP benefits
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– New federal rules on nutrition assistance are raising concerns for students and families who rely on the Supplemental…
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“Honey Bun” robber wanted by police
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso police are asking for the public’s help in finding who they are calling “The Honey Bun robber”. Police say that on…
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Black Friday, online ordering and porch pirates
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Black Friday crowds packed the Outlet Shoppes in Canutillo on Friday, but some shoppers said they were skipping the lines and…
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Thanksgiving grocery prices in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– As Thanksgiving approaches, some shoppers said they felt a slight break at the grocery store this year — at least on…
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ABC-7’s Lauren Bly reports live with a preview of WinterFest in Downtown El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today, ABC-7’s Lauren Bly reported live from WinterFest in Downtown El Paso. The event is not yet open to the public, so…
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Rep. Escobar calling for postal service reform in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Congresswoman Veronica Escobar sent a letter to USPS Inspector General Tammy Hull calling for an investigation into what…
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Police seek suspect in armed robbery at El Paso convenience store
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man they say robbed a convenience store earlier this month.…
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Man arrested 70 times since 2022 now in federal custody
Update (November 14, 2025): Neal Garcia, the Las Cruces man arrested 70 times since 2022, is now facing federal charges. Federal prosecutors say that…
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Life after the Shutdown: What to expect
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The longest shutdown in United States history but some borderland federal workers who haven’t received a paycheck in weeks…
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Dog shot and killed by Border Patrol agent during home search
Update (November 19, 2025): El Paso’s Congresswoman Veronica Escobar sent a letter to CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott and Border Patrol Chief…
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Local leaders to discuss resources for families who rely on SNAP
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Some Texas families still haven’t seen their SNAP benefits for this month, in response Congresswoman Escobar and local…
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El Paso Airport not seeing delays amid longest government shutdown
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– This is now the longest government shutdown in U.S history, and across the country airports are seeing delays. Here in El…
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City Council votes down motion to review TSA’s lease at El Paso International Airport
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council failed to approve a motion directing the city manager and city attorney to work with TSA and the FAA to…
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Sensory-friendly Halloween fun
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The El Paso Five Point Lion’s Club hosted Halloween fun that included everyone. They held their Second Annual Boo Bash that…
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This November you could vote to lower your property taxes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– It’s early voting time, Propositions 11 and 13 would increase homestead exemptions, from $100,000 to $140,000 for the…
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Foster Family Foundation establishes $5 million matching grant to support establishment of law school at UTEP
Update (1:36 PM): The Paul L. Foster Family Foundation established a $5 million dollar-for-dollar matching grant to support the establishment of a…
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New video obtained by ABC-7 shows Sun Metro explosion
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– ABC-7 has obtained surveillance video of the February 2025 Sun Metro explosion that killed two people. The video shows…
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El Paso’s 2nd ‘No Kings Protest’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Saturday, October 18th the second “No King’s Protest” was held in the borderland. The movement’s website stated that the…
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NM Supreme Court temporarily halts trial of former NMSU basketball player
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (KVIA)– According to court documents, the New Mexico Supreme Court has temporarily halted proceedings in the criminal case…
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Amigo Airsho canceled due to government shutdown; tickets to be refunded or honored at next year’s event
Update (5:38 PM): Congresswoman Veronica Escobar released a statement addressing the cancellation of the Amgio Airsho. Read Congresswoman Escobar’s…
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City of El Paso to implement new take-home car policy
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new policy is being implemented to monitor take-home vehicles owned by the City of El Paso. This is happening after an…
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Faith and Blue Event Unites Community in Support of El Paso Police
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Local residents gathered Saturday at Immanuel Church for a Faith and Blue event aimed at supporting and praying for El Paso…
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Halloween Town Market Brings Spooky Fun to El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)–Ghosts, ghouls and goblins of all ages had another chance to get into the Halloween spirit at the Halloween Town Market, which…
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New directive by Gov. Abbott could mean end of Downtown El Paso rainbow walk
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– When you walk on Missouri and Stanton you may see rainbow crosswalks and bike lanes, but those paintings may soon be removed.…
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