With early voting already underway in New Mexico, voters are making their voices heard ahead of the November election. As part of ABC-7’s Your Voice, Your Vote coverage, ABC-7 anchor Marcel Clarke sat down one-on-one with Democratic Congressman Gabe Vasquez, who is seeking re-election to represent New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District. The conversation focused on
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(KVIA) — With Election Day less than a month away, ABC-7 is continuing to bring voters conversations with the candidates seeking to represent them. In the race for New Mexico governor, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, the Democratic nominee, is facing former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull, the Republican nominee. ABC-7 originally
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Republican candidate Minerva Torres Shelton is outlining her priorities as she campaigns for El Paso County Judge. Torres Shelton is running against Democratic El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego in the November 3rd general election. In an interview with ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke, Torres Shelton discussed several issues facing El Paso County, including property taxes, county
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ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke sat down one on one with State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for Texas governor. Hinojosa is challenging Republican Gov. Greg Abbott in the November election. During the interview, Hinojosa was asked about some of the biggest issues facing Texas and the Borderland, including data centers, property taxes and border security.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With less than 100 days until Election Day, ABC-7 is committed to bringing Borderland voters the information they need before heading to the polls. One of the most closely watched races this November is the battle for Texas’ U.S. Senate seat between Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic State
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved a resolution Monday and sent a letter to Texas Governor Greg Abbott calling for additional state action and protections surrounding data center development in the borderland. The county is asking Gov. Abbott to clarify whether recent state protections for communities impacted by data
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After a memorable run on American Idol, El Paso native Julian Kalel is returning home to thank the community that supported him throughout his journey. Kalel will perform at Country & Color in Downtown El Paso on July 4th, just weeks after appearing in the American Idol finale and sharing
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After capturing the attention of viewers across the country on the latest season of American Idol, El Paso native Julian Kalel is performing on July 4th at the Convention Center Plaza Downtown for a free community event. Kalel will return to El Paso for a special hometown performance aimed at
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Reactions continue pouring in following Tuesday night’s Texas primary runoff elections, with political analysts now turning their attention toward what the results could mean heading into November. Among the biggest questions: How much impact did high-profile endorsements have on the outcome, where the Latino vote may be heading in the general election and whether supporters
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Rep. James Talarico is pushing for immediate relief at the gas pump with a new proposal to suspend federal gas and diesel taxes. ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke sat down with Talarico on Tuesday. He said the move could save Texans about $200 a year. El Paso typically sees higher prices
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He sang his way onto the national stage, capturing hearts not just with his voice, but with a powerful message of hope. Julian Kalel gained a loyal following week after week on American Idol, making it all the way to the Top 14. While his elimination came as a surprise to many, fans across the
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Air and Marine Operations (AMO) unit is adjusting its aerial surveillance strategy across West Texas, as smuggling activity shifts to more remote areas along the southern border. Officials say illegal crossings have declined overall in recent months, but smugglers are adapting by moving operations away from heavily monitored zones on
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Julian Kalel has once again advanced on American Idol, earning a spot in the Top 20 of the national singing competition. Viewers will see him perform a cover during Monday night’s episode as he competes for a chance to move forward. This round of the competition is entirely decided by
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – El Paso singer-songwriter Julian Kalel is continuing his run on American Idol after advancing into the Top 20 contestants on the hit ABC singing competition. Kalel, a native of El Paso, has been gaining national attention during his time on the show. His journey on American Idol recently included a
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Iranians here in the U.S. have felt the impact of the war in Iran unfolding overseas. We spoke with one philanthropist who was born in Iran and moved to the United States after her family was forced to leave due to religious and political persecution. Despite everything that has unfolded, she remains hopeful and is
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – He’s back and stronger than ever. ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke sat down again with Julian Kalel, the El Paso native who earned a golden ticket on American Idol this season. The move comes after stepping away last year to focus on his mental health, despite getting yes votes from all three
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From El Paso Children’s Hospital to the Vatican, that was the remarkable journey for Baby Giorgio, a small but mighty child whose story blends medicine, faith and hope. Giorgio was diagnosed with craniosynostosis, a rare condition in which a baby’s skull bones fuse too early. Determined to give their son the best quality of life
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Join ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke Monday night at 6 p.m. as she sits down with singer-songwriter Julian Kalel. From the borderland, Julian, is taking the big stage on American Idol Monday night. He’s also a passionate mental health advocate, using his music not only to share his talent, but to spread an important message of healing
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Every month, a group of El Paso women gather around not just to socialize, but to compete in a game where strategy meets chance. It’s a tradition rooted in skill, sharpened by luck and powered by community. And while the game itself has been around for more than 200 years, its popularity shows no signs
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Governor Greg Abbott joined ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke for an exclusive interview to discuss what comes next if he is elected to a fourth term and several issues impacting Borderland viewers.In the 10-minute exclusive, the topics included border security, the Texas economy, property taxes and current events.
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It was a moment to forget about the phones and iPads — and get back to the basics. ABC 7’s Marcel Clarke joined Canutillo ISD as its guest reader, as it celebrated its milestone with I Love to Read McDonald’s More than 200 kids celebrated a major reading milestone after completing one book per week
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Every year, an estimated 69 million people around the world suffer a traumatic brain injury — most often caused by car accidents, falls, violence, or sports. That’s nearly one person every half second. These injuries strike without warning. They can happen to anyone—at any moment. Just ask Evan Folan. Many of you may remember Evan as
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As a ceasefire takes hold in the Middle East, families in El Paso with ties to the region are feeling a mix of relief and hope. The release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners brought emotional reactions from locals with loved ones overseas. Annsam Jallad has family in the West
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For decades ovarian cancer has been hard to detect early – often going unnoticed until it reaches advanced stages. But new research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center could change that. Dr. Daniel Heller, Head of Cancer Nanomedicine Laboratory, and his team are using nanotechnology to create tiny sensors that detect cancer biomarkers long before
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Watch the video above to hear KVIA’s response to ABC’s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel’s show indefinitely.
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Join ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke and her friends as she takes on the challenge of Half Dome — one of the most iconic and demanding hikes in Yosemite National Park. Towering nearly 9,000 feet above sea level, Half Dome is known for its dramatic granite face, steep switchbacks and the final adrenaline-pumping ascent up the cables
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A hormone-free birth control pill for men is showing promise in early trials — and could mark a major shift in reproductive health. The pill, called YCT-529, is being developed by YourChoice Therapeutics. Unlike traditional methods, it doesn’t use hormones. ABC-7’s Marcel Clarke spoke with YourChoice CEO, Akash Bakshi, who
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When you’re constantly on the move, keeping up with the latest developments around town can be a challenge. But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. In this week’s edition of ABC-7 Listens, ABC-7’S Marcel Clarke explains how you can stay connected to everything happening across the Borderland with one simple tool: the ABC-7 Connected TV App.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Police Department just released body camera video of the death of Xavier Hernandez. Officers tased Hernandez while he was standing on I-10 East near the Yarbrough exit on July 13, 2025. Hernandez died after the incident. ABC-7 obtained the video, which contains graphic images of the incident,
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Globally, statistics show 1 in 5 people will face some form of cancer in their lifetime. At Texas Tech El Paso, Dr. Eugene Toy, Division Chief of Gynecology Oncology, is often one of the first to deliver that life-changing diagnosis to patients. Dr. Toy said, “It’s not anything you sign up for in the journey
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