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Colossal wildfires burn across Canada, driving thousands of people to evacuate with kids, pets and precious belongings

CNN, CTV, CBC, WCCO, MICHEL CHAMBERLAND, MANITOBA HYDRO, STEVE REEVE , TMX, JOCELYN ROUTHIER, Steve Reeve /TMX By Elizabeth Wolfe and Joe Sutton, CNN (CNN) — Colossal wildfires burning across Canada over the last week have driven thousands of people to evacuate with their kids, pets and precious belongings in tow – many uncertain when

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Empowering voices: Horizon High School students publish book on immigration

Horizon High School’s English teacher, James Riddle, spearheaded a project that elevated the voices of 150 students, turning them into coauthors of the book “Migrant 915: A View from the Border.” Their astonishment was palpable as the book’s impact exceeded expectations. “I was so shocked,” said Johana Cortes, one of the co-authors. “Is this real?”

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Rio Grande Basin receiving $60 million for drought resilience from federal government

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexico native and Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland is announcing a $60 million investment in the Rio Grande Basin. The money will go towards water conservation and drought resilience, according to government officials. “These resources will ensure greater climate resiliency and water security for communities below Elephant Butte

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CRRUA lifts outdoor water prohibition

Update: CRRUA has lifted the outdoor water prohibition. SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) is telling residents not to use outdoor water. The service’s public notice temporarily prohibits outdoor water use in Sunland Park and Santa Teresa. The notice lasts through Wednesday, May 8, 2024. “CRRUA issued the public

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Evacuations ordered, homes damaged in Texas after storms spawn tornadoes and send rivers surging to Hurricane Harvey levels

CITY OF HAWLEY, FACEBOOK, CNN, CITY OF HAWLEY/FACEBOOK By Mary Gilbert, CNN Meteorologist (CNN) — Powerful storms unloaded flooding rainfall that swept away vehicles and triggered evacuations, delivered hail the size of softballs and spun up at least one damaging tornado in Texas Thursday. The storms were just the latest in a series of brutal

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The El Paso community efforts enhance Borderland homes

Several organizations have united to aid Borderland residents. At Rebuilding Together, the mission is clear: improve El Paso homes one by one. They coordinated efforts on twelve homes, with volunteers tackling painting and yard cleanup. Volunteers, including El Paso Chihuahuas members, dedicated themselves to the cause, beautifying homes and expressing gratitude for Rebuilding Together’s community

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At least 4 killed in Oklahoma tornado outbreak, as threat of severe storms continues from Missouri to Texas

KOCO By Nouran Salahieh and Robert Shackelford, CNN (CNN) — At least four people are dead, including an infant, after a tornado outbreak in Oklahoma overnight, as severe storms threaten more twisters, heavy rain and large hail from Missouri to Texas Sunday. Multiple large and extremely dangerous tornadoes were reported on the ground simultaneously overnight

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Juarez residents enjoy solar eclipse at university’s viewing party

JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Students in the Juárez Autonomous University’s Astronomy Club organized a viewing party for this year’s solar eclipse. This event gathered around 50 people, including children, students, and families. ABC-7 spoke with people who experienced their first eclipse today. They said they were excited and nervous, not knowing what could happen. Milán,

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Watch Live: Complete team coverage of the 2024 total eclipse

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 is your home for complete team coverage of the 2024 total eclipse. Watch ABC-7’s coverage here. Watch ABC-7’s Chief Meteorologist Doppler Dave Speelman explain the eclipse. Watch ABC-7’s news partner KMIZ’s coverage of the eclipse in Columbia, Missouri. NASA also have a livestream of the cosmic event. You can

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Safety reminders for El Pasoans viewing today’s partial solar eclipse

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — In just a few hours, El Pasoans will witness a partial solar eclipse. Before heading out, it’s important to have the proper eye protection.  According to the American Astronomical Society, here are the guidelines you should follow: Eclipse glasses must meet ISO 12312-2 standards to ensure safety.  When wearing these

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