El Paso firefighters ask for donations to ‘fill the boot’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Fire Department is asking residents to “fill the boot” to help families affected by neuromuscular diseases, EPFD…
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Know before you go: Cinco de Mayo at the MACC
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Mexican American Cultural Center organized a Cinco de Mayo celebration set for May 9 from 2-6 p.m., the City of El Paso…
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More than $1 million invested in communication tools for local first responders
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Congresswoman Veronica Escobar presented a check of an investment valued at more than $1 million to support emergency first…
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ABC-7 sits down with UMC’s first female CEO
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Maria Zampini is off to work as University Medical Center of El Paso’s new chief executive officer. The native El Pasoan…
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Give input on El Paso’s transportation at public meetings
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The public can help pinpoint transportation priorities and recommendations in the Sun City by attending public meetings held…
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$5.4 million fire station debuts in Far East El Paso thanks to safety bond
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Fire Station 38, located next to Pebble Hills High School, debuted with its grand opening Tuesday. The 2019 Public Safety…
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El Paso Zoo offers Mother’s Day discount
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Moms can get a special discount at the El Paso Zoo for Mother’s Day, according to the City of El Paso. On Mother’s Day, all…
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Water service restored after emergency repairs in Sunland Park neighborhood
UPDATE (11:51 a.m.) — Service has been restored to the area. SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — The Camino Real Regional Utility Authority is repairing a…
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Las Cruces to temporarily remove iconic water tank mural
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The City of Las Cruces said it will remove an iconic mural from a water tank for rehabilitation work. Anthony Pennock…
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Culinary students cook for El Paso firefighters
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Culinary Institute at Southwest University prepared a special lunch for El Paso firefighters Monday for Firefighter…
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PHOTOS: Jedi babies celebrate Star Wars Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare and its tiniest patients celebrated Star Wars Day Monday. With a little help from the Force,…
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Fabens High School’s Mariachi Los Gatos Salvajes wins state contest
FABENS, Texas (KVIA) — Fabens High School mariachi group Los Gatos Salvajes won first place at the Texas Association of Mariachi Educators contest…
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Learn about Sun Metro bus route changes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sun Metro is hosting meetings across town to learn about bus route changes taking place June 14th. Sun Metro said the…
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Local K-pop store sees influx of customers ahead of BTS concert
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — One local K-pop store, K-pop El Paso, has seen a higher volume of customers gearing up for the BTS concert according to…
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GECU launches Matching May campaign to support local organizations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — GECU is launching its third annual Matching May campaign, where 12 Borderland non-profits will receive each receive $12,000…
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El Paso County offers swim lessons for all from May-June
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County’s Aquatics Division is offering swim lessons for all ages and skill levels starting May 5. Lessons last…
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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office issues safety advisory for busy weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso is bracing for several large-scale events this weekend, including the BTS concerts, Michelada Fest, Comic-Con and…
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Shelter fundraiser aims to give Borderland kids a splash of summer fun
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The summer season is right around the corner! Every year, Borderland families visit spray parks and water parks to cool off…
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Edith Eva Eger, Holocaust survivor with El Paso ties, dies at 98
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Edith Eva Eger, a Holocaust survivor and former El Pasoan, died Monday. Her legacy lives through her work in psychology,…
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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders to join Tommy’s Express Car Wash at new West El Paso location
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tommy’s Express Car Wash said Thursday the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will make a special appearance at the grand location…
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Amigo Man to lead 90th Sun Bowl Thanksgiving parade
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Sun Bowl Association on Wednesday announced the grand marshal and theme for its annual Thanksgiving parade. El Paso’s…
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EPCC students bond through shared love of K-Pop
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — What started as a small moment in class turned into a meaningful friendship for two El Paso Community College students, and…
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Corpus Christi Monastery in Lower Valley El Paso closes after 59 years
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Corpus Christi Monastery closed its doors Sunday, according to the Catholic Diocese of El Paso. The monastery on…
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City Council directs agreement development for future of YMCA Bowling Branch
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council directed staff to plan an agreement for council consideration with a Northeast nonprofit about the…
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City of Sunland Park not at risk of flooding due to Cement Lake’s conditions, mayor says
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — The City of Sunland Park held a news conference today, where Mayor Javier Perea, Fire Chief Danny Medrano and District…
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Energy company donates $25,000 to El Paso firefighters, food bank
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dallas-based company Energy Transfer on Thursday gifted the El Paso Fire Department $15,000. It also donated $10,000 given…
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Paula Abdul joins 7 in the City Reporter Isabella Martinez at YWCA Women’s Luncheon
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday the YWCA El Paso del Norte Region held its 31st Annual Women’s Luncheon at the El Paso Convention Center. The…
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EPCC celebrates Earth Day with weeklong environmental events
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Community College is hosting a career fair Tuesday at the Valle Verde campus. The fair is open to the public…
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Where to celebrate National Volunteer Week with El Paso County
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso County is celebrating National Volunteer Week to honor the contributions made by volunteers and interns. The county…
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‘Minds of All Kinds’ art exhibit on display for Autism Acceptance Month
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Museum of Art unveiled its “Minds of All Kinds” exhibit in honor of National Autism Acceptance Month, the city…
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