EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Severe weekend storms damaged homes and displaced some West El Paso families. The El Paso Office of Emergency Management said the El Paso Community Foundation is accepting donations for affected families. OEM El Paso said families in the community along Bluff Creek Street, Dawnlight Lane and Crest Creek Lane saw
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KViA) — Doña Ana County invited residents to add to a time capsule project set to reopen in 2076. The county said residents can add mementos like posters, letters and pictures that capture what it was like to live in Doña Ana County in 2026. It won’t accept any hazardous, illegal or
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EL PASO, Texas — From academic pressure, to screens and social media, a lot of outside influences affect a child’s mental health. Unfortunately, those children don’t always get the help they need. “There’s often a ten-year gap between that first concern and when a child finally gets connected with care,” says Pediatric Psychiatrist Ty Schneider.
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CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA) — Every kitchen serving the Canutillo Independent School District claims to have the best pozole recipe. Thursday, those 10 CISD kitchens put their dishes to the test at the district’s Pozole Cook Off. CISD kitchens each made a batch of their best pozole to enter the contest. Judges chose a winner based
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The city and county of El Paso will update its Hazard Mitigation Action Plan, and it’s asking for residents’ input. The El Paso Office of Emergency Management said the goal of the plan is to reduce or eliminate long-term risks to people and property from known hazards through mitigation strategies.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Reading and writing fans celebrated their hobbies in literacy at El Paso Community College on Wednesday. EPCC held the 18th annual Literacy Fiesta at its Valle Verde Campus. The Literacy Fiesta had free book giveaways, award-winning authors and workshops for the public. “I’m receiving a lot of community here. I
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas State Senator César Blanco, who represents El Paso in District 29, has announced a community meeting focused on presenting solutions to emergency preparedness at El Paso’s Marathon Refinery in South-Central El Paso.This meeting comes just two weeks after Marathon held a town hall at Riverside High School discussing the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chose El Paso to build its 10th temple in Texas, according to a news release. The First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints plans to build the temple at the corner of Northern Pass Drive and Paso del
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) – New Mexico State University business Alma’s Kitchen owner, Arik Ruiz, recently received a stage four stomach and colon cancer diagnosis. Ruiz made his name known in the Las Cruces community through his strong support for local businesses, student employees and dedication to NMSU’s Latin American programs. In a social media post
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – The Lee and Beulah Moor Children’s Home brought back it’s ‘Operation Pumpkin’ fundraiser for the 25th year on Saturday. The children’s home is hosting the event at the Coronado Country club and sold out tickets for the second year in a row according to CEO Renee Tanner. One by one
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The 34th Judicial District Attorney’s Office hosted its annual Steps Toward Healing Crime Victims Walk at the Ralph T. Cloud Park. The walk took place Sunday, Oct. 18, at 8:30 a.m., with hundreds of community members remembering those lost to violence and recognizing crime survivors while demonstrating support for their
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As El Paso prepares to celebrate Dia de los Muertos, Destination El Paso invited the community to enjoy live music, food and local vendors for the next three weekends. The three-weekend events are free and open to the public. Each weekend will feature a different thee to celebrate Dia de
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Many people here in the borderland desperately need mental health care, but can’t afford it. That’s where Catholic Counseling Services comes in, offering sliding fee scales, hoping no one is turned away. CCS is asking El Pasoans to consider donating on this Giving Day, Thursday, Oct. 15. Dr. Allannah Sanchez
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, four El Paso non-profits stepped into the boxing ring together, not as competitors, but as teammates fighting for the community. El Paso Giving Day is the region’s largest online day of charitable giving. Created to spotlight nonprofit organizations and inspire a new generation of donors, El Paso Giving Day rallies
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Those who celebrate Dia de los Muertos can add photos of their pets and family members to community ofrendas in El Paso. Ofrenda at El Paso City Hall The City of El Paso said it will set up a community altar at City Hall foyer (300 N. Campbell St.). The
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s time to wear purple and take a stand against bullying for the LGBTQ+ youth in our community, and across the globe. Thursday, October 15th is Spirit Day. It’s the world’s most visible anti-bullying movement for this group of young people, especially transgender and nonbinary youth. Author Elizabeth Keohan, a
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — McDonald’s recognized six El Paso leaders during the 25th Anniversary of the Triunfadores Awards Luncheon on Tuesday. The luncheon is a longstanding tradition honoring professional leaders’ dedication to community service in El Paso. This year, McDonald’s partnered with the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to present the Triunfadores Awards
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For some El Pasoans driving along Mesa past the Westside Church of Christ, the sign offers a weekly reminder that a few words can make a meaningful difference. Three years ago, Robert Siqueiros asked if he could write the weekly quotes on the sign outside the church. A quick look
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Community members gathered at Ascarate Park for NAMIWalks El Paso on World Mental Health Day to raise awareness and encourage those facing mental health challenges to seek support.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — If you’d like to learn more about mental health services in the borderland, get active and socialize, you’re in the right place! NAMIWalks El Paso is happening this Saturday, and organizers are encouraging anyone interested to come as they are. What is NAMI? The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Members of the Detroit Iron El Paso Hot Rod Club joined ABC-7 at Noon with Jenesis De la Rosa, a girl battling leukemia. Detroit Iron and Sweet Memories car club will participate in a special car show to raise funds for Jenesis and her family. Along with Jenesis’ diagnosis, the
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SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s a night for the Socorro Police Department to strengthen its relationship with the community. The Socorro Police Department planned a Fright Farm to celebrate its National Night Out during the fall season. National Night Out was created to connect residents and local law enforcement for an evening of safety. At
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Marathon Petroleum said it will gift $70,000 to eight nonprofits in El Paso. The announcement came Thursday, which is the first day of El Paso Giving Day Early Giving. The Paso del Norte Community Foundation gives donors a full week to make a difference in the community before the main
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An evening of Halloween fun is in store for El Paso. On Halloween from 3-6 p.m., the City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department will host carnivals at recreation and community centers across the city. The annual Halloween Carnivals are free to attend. Families can expect jumping balloons, music,
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Republicans gathered in El Paso’s San Jacinto Plaza on Wednesday to pray and honor the victims of the three-year anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Flu season is underway, and Immunize El Paso encourages residents to get their annual flu shot before it spreads. Immunize El Paso Director Ivan Luna said getting the vaccine is one of the easiest ways to avoid the flu and protect others in the community. “We are in the middle
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Pom-poms, adorable pups and runners joined together this morning for a cause close to home. “I’m a pediatric nurse by heart, and I did oncology, and I got very attached to a few kids that we lost,” Amanda Hernandez, a participant at today’s run, told ABC-7. Amanda is one of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Marathon Petroleum’s El Paso refinery invited the public to learn about the Aug. 4 incident and investigation results. The El Paso Hispanic Chamber said the meeting will take place Tuesday. Reports showed that the refinery released more than 15 tons of pollutants on Aug. 4. Some residents living near the
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ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) — Severe storms and heavy rains that hit the border area this week caused several damage across the region, including at the Anthony Community Cemetery and the Anthony Catholic Cemetery. Both cemeteries operate separately under different management: The Community Cemetery operates under a board of directors The Catholic Cemetery operates under
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UPDATE: EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans Fighting Hunger will close its on-site distribution on Friday due to storm damage.The food bank says severe weather on Thursday caused major damage to its offices and warehouse.”For an organization that takes pride in showing up for the community, this is a heartbreaking interruption,” the organization said
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