EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Drivers who frequently pass through or by Frontera Road have had to take diversions due to the “Traffic management Project” construction in progress. Constructed started in early June and is scheduled to last around October. Sunland Park residents voiced their frustrations with the diversions on Frontera Road. Kym Hemley, a
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Saturday, hundreds of people from the Borderland and beyond came to the El Paso Convention Center for the Lowdown Downtown Lowriding Experience. The event, presented by The Lowrider Lawyers Truck Crash & Injury Attorneys, is part of the 2026 GoLo Entertainment Throwback Tour and featured more than 200 custom vehicles, including
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — To commemorate the seventh anniversary of the Aug. 3 shooting, United Way of El Paso County shared a recorded reading of the 23 victims’ names and those who responded to the tragedy. Watch the video above. Local leaders reading the names is party of the Day of Remembrance Reading of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 and the Humane Society of El Paso is teamed up for a live broadcast for viewers to learn what the HSEP is all about! In a night-long battle between Team Dog and Team Cat, the cat lovers took a narrow lead. By 11 p.m., the HSEP reached $102,630 of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Hope Border Institute and the Diocese of El Paso announced an expansion of humanitarian support for migrants and asylum seekers in Ciudad Juárez amid intensified enforcement on both sides of the border. The effort, managed through the Border Refugee Assistance Fund, aims to strengthen care on both sides of
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Are you team dog or team cat? Find out Saturday, Aug. 1 from 4-11 p.m. on ABC-7’s 33rd Annual Happiness Happens Here Humane Society of El Paso telethon, presented by Mark Worley. ABC-7’s anchors and reporters will be live all day and night from the Humane Society hoping to find
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Lowriding is a tradition that has shaped the El Paso for many generations. The Lowdown Downtown Lowriding Experience will continue that legacy Saturday at the El Paso Convention Center. The The Lowrider Lawyers Truck Crash & Injury Attorneys will present the event, which is part of the GoLo Entertainment Throwback
Continue Reading SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — For many residents of the Borderland, the line separating El Paso’s West side and Sunland Park, New Mexico, is one that is more understood and less identifiable. For a neighborhood that resides in both places along the state line, a traffic conundrum could be on the horizon. According to Kym
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 and Vitalant is once again partnering to host a blood drive at the KVIA station Wednesday. Our annual blood drive leading up to Aug. 3 is our way of honoring the victims of the mass shooting but also the donors who stepped up that day. We encourage El Paso
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Next Monday marks the seven years since the deadly Aug. 3 Walmart mass shooting. Memorial events around the city have been organized to honor the 23 lives lost. “August 3 left an indelible impact on El Paso, but it also revealed the compassion and resilience of our community,” said Mayor
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Walmart mass shooting survivor, Claudia Cano, has turned her grief into action by organizing a free community Stop the Bleed training event ahead of the 7th anniversary of the day where 23 people were killed in the mass shooting. “Honoring the 23” was the name of the event which was
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Mexican Consulate General in El Paso will feature a selection of Mata Ortiz ceramic pottery. The Consulate invited visitors to explore the works of artists like Héctor Gallegos Martínez and Laura Bugarini Cota Thursday at 6 p.m. Visitors will be able to learn about the artistic technique of Mata
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, the El Paso Children’s Hospital brought a little magic to children undergoing treatment. Various community members dressed up and brought goodies during a “Holidays in July” hallway parade. The hospital put its own twist on Christmas in July by dressing up for other holidays like St. Patrick’s Day and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Water hosted a community meeting in the Lower Valley Thursday to provide residents and businesses with information on the Cedar Grove Waterline Replacement Project. A presentation by officials with EP Water was held in both English and Spanish at the Valle Bajo Community Center and Library on Alameda Avenue.
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(KVIA) — The New Mexico Gaming Control Board unanimously voted to approve the temporarily close the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino Wednesday. The emergency meeting came after Ruidoso Downs announced the temporary closure July 16. Ruidoso Downs said a flood-damaged culvert brought the issue. The New Mexico Department of Transportation recommended the temporary closure. Meanwhile,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new mural now decorates the side of the Marty Robbins Recreation Center in East El Paso. Wednesday, the city’s Public Art Program revealed the “Guardians of the Southwest” mural. Lagartos Doodle Works, LLC, created the mural to celebrate the Paso del Norte region’s unique landscapes, wildlife and culture, according
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Tuesday, El Paso Community College (EPCC) held a grand opening, ribbon cutting for the Tejano Esports Hive — a central video gaming location for the college’s newest sport at the Valle Verde campus’ student union. Starting this fall, EPCC will now have an official varsity program where student athletes compete
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Abundant Church, which has three campuses across West, East, and Downtown El Paso, hosted their annual “Back to School: Backpack Giveaway” for the upcoming school year. The church gave away nearly 1,500 new backpacks filled with school supplies including pencils, notebooks, folders, etc. to families in the community. According
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Officials with El Paso County announced Sunday that the El Paso County Commissioners Court has paused any decisions regarding the duck pond at Ascarate Park. Officials with El Paso County say that there will be at least three more community meetings to allow more public input on the community’s opinion
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Young musicians with the Boys and Girls Clubs of El Paso will be able to show off their musical skills Friday night during a showcase. For two weeks, teenagers who participated in this year’s Sun City Music Camp developed their skills and received hands-on training in vocals, guitar, bass and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For nearly a month, much of the Borderland and the country has had growing concerns over an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite.It is caused by consuming food or water that contains the parasite and is characterized by symptoms that can include watery or “explosive” diarrhea. Officials
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A long awaited renovation was completed today for the Fred & Maria Loya Family YMCA. The U.S Soccer Foundation donated the facility $200,000 which made their dreams of a brand new soccer complex come true. The YMCA kicked off the event with a ribbon cutting ceremony, there were mascots, dances, summer
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – A Segundo Barrio mural honoring Hispanic heritage has been painted over. The mural — which stood on the side of a clothing store at 701 S El Paso St. — disappeared three years after its creation. El Paso native Kelsey Kilcrease painted the mural. She said it made a difference
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It was been nearly two weeks since El Paso native and U.S. Marine, Christopher Steven, was shot and killed at a Walgreens in West El Paso. Anna Kuba married Steven in July 2023. The two met while he was deployed in Okinawa, Japan — Kuba’s hometown. Since his death, Kuba
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Buddy, a therapy dog at the El Paso District Attorney’s Office, has been providing comfort to victims testifying in court. Interestingly, Buddy himself was rescued and rehabilitated after suffering abuse before becoming a therapy dog. His own success story is an inspiration to those he helps. “I hope that buddy’s,
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Las Cruces museum system is launching Grief Cafes, which are free community gatherings designed to provide a safe space for individuals to share their emotional experiences. The gatherings are intended to help participants connect with others and reduce feelings of isolation. The museum system is expanding the program in
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Las Cruces Public Schools scheduled a new school for grades 6-12 to open in the fall of 2027. Monday, the district asked students, families staff and community members to share ideas for the new campus. LCPS said the new school will be smaller since it’s only serving middle and high
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For nearly a month, the FIFA World Cup brought fans across the Borderland together as the U.S. Men’s National Team continues to surprise in it’s now lengthy run in the tournament.Monday, Team USA returned to the pitch to take on Belgium in the Round of 16 in Seattle, and fans
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As monsoon season approaches, it’s important to include sandbags in your flood management strategy. Monday, El Paso Water opened three sandbag pick-up locations. El Paso Water said sandbags can act as a barrier between floodwater and properties. The bags then redirect the water for natural drainage. El Paso Water, Public
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Millions of people in the U.S. are preparing to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday Saturday. In the Borderland, there will be several events leading up to the milestone. Revolutionary Figures & Fashion Show When: July 1 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: Visitors’ Information Center 1 Civic Center Plaza
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