El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Step into the spotlight at Strut for Pups, the ultimate fashion fundraiser happening April 25, 2026, at MUTTZ Canine Social Club, 460 Vin Rambla. The excitement kicks off at 7 p.m. with a dazzling dog fashion show, a live DJ spinning tunes, signature cocktails, and plenty of surprises—all in support of
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- The Let’s Cook Pop-Up Lunch is a chance to recognize the hard work and talent of our future chefs. This event marks the end of our Let’s Cook culinary program for adults with intellectual disabilities. Participants will cook and serve a delicious lunch to the public, showing off their skills. There
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EL Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-El Paso Pro-Musica is celebrating Zuill Bailey’s 25th Anniversary as Artistic Director with “Cellobration.” The concert will feature Zuill, award-winning cellist John-Henry Crawford, and Zuill’s former cello students from the UTEP Department of Music. All of them are educators and members of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra. Zuill joined EPPM in 2001,
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The El Paso Museum of Art and the Museo de Arte de Ciudad Juárez invite artists to submit their work for the 8th Border Biennial / Bienal Fronteriza exhibition. This year’s theme is “Imagining the Border.” Artists who live and work within 300 miles (482 km) of El Paso, Texas, or Ciudad
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-A huge card and collectibles show is coming to the Borderland early next month. CardShowMania, presented by Reliable Financial Services and hosted by 915 Cards and Collectibles, will be held from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 11 at Montwood High School, 12000 Montwood Dr. Best of all, admission is completely
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- El Paso Pro-Musica stopped by the ABC-7 studio to introduce the unique sounds of The Biriba Union. This group is a Grammy Award-winning Trio, super unique in that they perform Latin Jazz, American Roots Music, Hip-Hop, and more, and are part of the Silk Road Project Global Music Initiative with Yo-Yo
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The 6th Annual Deputy Peter J. Herrera Memorial 5K Run/Walk will be held at Ascarate Park on March 8. Deputy Peter J. Herrera was shot during a traffic stop in San Elizario and died from his injuries days later. The event honors a sheriff’s deputy killed in the line of
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – The Fourth Annual El Paso Strong Fashion Show will take place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at San Jacinto Plaza, bringing together the region’s most talented creatives, designers, vendors, and performers for an unforgettable evening celebrating local artistry and community pride. This year’s show
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LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Free Valentine’s Day weddings return to Las Cruces Couples in Las Cruces can get married or renew their vows for free on Valentine’s Day as Morning Star United Methodist Church brings back its annual event for a fifth year. The ceremonies are scheduled from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso has officially proclaimed February 3 as Combat Fighting Championship Community Impact Day, recognizing the local mixed martial arts organization for its growing influence on sports, youth, and the regional economy. Founded by U.S. Air Force veteran Roland Rios and professional fighter Carlos Pacheco, CFC has
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El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) – African Heritage Week will be celebrated citywide in El Paso,February 6–8. The celebration brings together local Black leaders, designers, and organizations, alongside an International guest from Uganda, Meriam Nanasirye, founder of Rescue Women’sFoundation. Events will take place at the Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC), the El Paso Museumof History, and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Krystall Poppin continues to build momentum in her hometown and beyond, celebrating a series of major milestones as her career reaches new heights. Krystall Poppin recently joined ABC-7’s noon newscast, where she reflected on a year filled with recognition, national exposure and community impact. The City of El Paso has
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso–Southern New Mexico Chapter of Jack and Jill of America will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its first Little Free Library on Monday, Jan. 19, at the McCall Neighborhood Center as part of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Jennifer Molokwu-Alozie joined us in studio today
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Main Street Las Cruces is spotlighting a busy year ahead, starting with the Mesilla Valley Hot Air Balloon Rally and a growing lineup of community events designed to bring more visitors downtown. President and CEO John P. Muñoz recently visited KVIA to discuss how signature events continue to drive traffic,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –El Paso’s Stephanie Han has successfully defended her world boxing title, remaining undefeated after her latest victory. Han, a mother and El Paso police officer, recently defended her WBA world championship, remaining undefeated after a high-profile win over former champion Holly Holm. The victory marked one of the biggest moments of
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Díaz Jurado family in Juárez has been helping the homeless population for over two years, saying they will keep doing it until they can’t. Now the family is asking anyone willing to help them to continue providing them with food and clothing. They often cook dozens of meals and give
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — As 2025 draws to a close, it’s no surprise that people from our region frequently cross the border to celebrate important dates like today. Thousands of border residents are expected to celebrate in Juárez, whether at a bar or nightclub, at a restaurant, or with their families. Businesses and nightlife venues
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Agua Prieta, Sonora -Mexico- (KVIA): A group of coaches & volunteers continue to give back to the borderland … especially during the holidays. That list includes boxing trainers and coaches from our border neighbors in Chihuahua, Mexico, and a gracious coach, who takes part in gift-giving for Christmas every year. You may remember Coach Jeff
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Thousands of borderland kids left the “Santa Bombero” event with a smile today after local firefighters held the 86th edition of this traditional campaign. Juárez Mayor Cruz Pérez Cuéllar, along with other local officials and departments, kicked off the event at 8 a.m. today. Hours before, tens of thousands of families
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — On December 9, Oliver Rivera Peña, an officer with the Road Safety Coordination Department in Juárez (CGSV), was monitoring the line at the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA) when he was asked to perform an unusual task. Officer Rivera was directing traffic when a child and a woman asked him to
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Plaza Hotel is celebrating the season with a series of holiday events, including two themed brunches and a New Year’s Eve gala later this month. Ámbar Restaurante will host Brunch with Santa and the Grinch on Dec. 20 and 21, featuring a holiday menu, photo opportunities with both characters,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two local fitness groups are teaming up with the City of El Paso for this year’s WinterFest. Abraham Carbajal, founder of ADAR Run Club, and Michael Aguilar, the club’s co-founder, say the partnership will bring hundreds of runners downtown for a community run. The event will also feature live music
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JUÁREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The City of Juárez will host its 86th edition of the ‘Santa Bombero’ or Firefighter Santa campaign this December 24th at the DIF park, next to the ‘Estadio Olímpico Benito Juárez’ (FC Juárez soccer stadium), near BOTA. The campaign aims to collect toys to give to families in need. ABC-7 spoke
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Two local veterans, David Delgado and Robert Fonseca, joined ABC-7 for a live interview ahead of Veterans Day. Both men were recently recognized with letters of appreciation from Congresswoman Veronica Escobar’s office for their service to the nation. The appearance comes after a special ceremony at Northwest Early College High
Continue ReadingEL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, the state has reported more than 3,500 cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, so far this year. According to the El Paso Children’s Hospital’s Infection Control Director, José Luis Salas, El Paso has seen over 20 cases so far
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Rockabilly Kustom Kar Show revved up the Borderland this weekend, drawing a large crowd to downtown El Paso. The nonprofit event featured more than 300 classic and custom cars, live music, food trucks, and a career fair — all while supporting community engagement and youth outreach. Organizers say the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Symphony Orchestra will bring Jurassic Park to life with a live performance of John Williams’ iconic score at the Plaza Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at 7 p.m. Conducted by James Welsch, the concert will feature the full movie projected in HD as the orchestra performs
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mrs. El Paso 2026, Yavonne Lindo-Rios, visited the ABC-7 studio to talk about her success and encourage others to follow their dreams. Lindo-Rios, author of From Sun Up to Sun Down, My Mom Is Home All Year Round, will read her children’s book at Lundy Elementary School this month. The
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Paso del Norte Community Foundation is helping keep Borderland children warm through its annual Operation Noel program. The charitable fund provides brand-new winter coats to local nonprofit organizations that serve children in need, from toddlers to age 12, across El Paso and Ciudad Juárez. The long-running program, now more
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The San Jacinto Adult Learning Center offers English classes along with a variety of other courses and resources to support adult learners in El Paso. Located in South-Central El Paso, one of its instructors, Ms. Cecilia Irene Esparza, aims to help her students gain the confidence to speak a different
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