El Paso leaders warn against social gatherings this Mother’s Day weekend
EL PASO, Texas — It goes without saying El Paso is a family oriented city, especially when it comes to our mothers. However, local leaders say the…
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Summer camps for kids in the Borderland are making plans to open up
EL PASO, Texas — Summer in the Borderland usually means camp time. But in this new virus era however, it’s a possibility summer camps will be a…
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The Nate-ure Report: Meet the rare Malayan tiger, the biggest cat of ’em all
EL PASO, Texas – “The Nate-ure Report” has given you the jaguar and lion, but now ABC-7’s Nate Ryan hangs out with the largest cat in the world, the…
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The Nate-ure Report: Meet the Sun City’s very own Sun Bear
EL PASO, Texas — Perhaps no animal at the El Paso Zoo is enjoying the Sun City as much as the Sun Bear! In the latest edition of “The Nate-ure…
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These CrossFit workout routines will allow you to train like the fittest athletes on Earth
Stuck at home and struggling for motivation to get fit during the coronavirus pandemic? We may be able to help you. We’ve asked four CrossFit…
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The Nate-ure Report: Elephants have the largest brain of any mammal, but just how smart are they?
EL PASO, Texas – In the latest installment of “The Nate-ure Report,” ABC-7’s Nate Ryan hangs out with the largest animal at the El Paso Zoo. At…
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Wedding venues in El Paso scramble to re-open, accommodate brides
EL PASO, Texas — Wedding venues in Texas are now able to reopen immediately, according to an executive order signed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott…
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5 ways to supersize your walk
If you’re stuck at home, one of the simplest — and highly underrated — forms of exercise is to head outside for a walk. Walking is…
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The Nate-ure Report: How zebras stripes help them survive
EL PASO, Texas — In the latest installment of “The Nate-ure Report,” ABC-7’s Nate Ryan hangs out with the zebra. Obviously the first thing that…
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State of Texas won’t allow El Paso area schools to hold graduations at Don Haskins Center
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas school districts may hold outdoor graduation ceremonies starting next month but indoor commencements will not be allowed, the…
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The Nate-ure Report: Face-to-face with the king of the jungle at the El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas — In the latest installment of “The Nate-ure Report,” ABC-7’s Nate Ryan comes face-to-face with the king of the jungle, the African…
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Ascarate Park hours being shortened because of social distancing violations
EL PASO, Texas — In a unanimous decision, El Paso County Commissioners voted Monday to shorten the hours of operation at Ascarate Park. The new…
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Speaking Rock Entertainment Center to reopen May 11 from virus hiatus
EL PASO, Texas — The Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, a tribal run recreational venue in El Paso’s Lower Valley, announced Monday evening that it…
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Community Champion: Coronado’s Jorge Cuevas commits to play baseball at UT-San Antonio
EL PASO, Texas — A baseball player from Coronado High School is ready to take that next step in his playing career. Jorge Cuevas has committed to…
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Las Cruces woman celebrates 99th birthday with parade
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — After 99 years on this earth, Lola Moya had not yet experienced a birthday parade. Can you believe it? In the age of social…
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Large El Paso religious congregations not gathering, despite governor’s OK to do so
EL PASO, Texas — As Texas began to open up a select number of businesses over the weekend, spiritual communities across El Paso were still taking…
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Sunday Funday Moment: 12-year-old El Paso boy creates paintings to show support to local essential workers
EL PASO, Texas– 12-year-old Giovanni Ortiz has a passion for painting and drawing. During this pandemic, Ortiz decided to create special paintings…
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Downtown El Paso restaurant transitions to bodega, home meal kit service amid pandemic
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso restaurant owners who aimed to transform the Union Plaza District downtown with their restaurant Tabla are now transforming…
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Photo Gallery: Honoring Borderland Seniors
The current coronavirus pandemic has put a damper on the plans for high school seniors in the Borderland. However, ABC-7 is sharing with our viewers…
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Here’s what Texas restaurants must do when they reopen Friday
EL PASO, Texas– Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has said that restaurants will be allowed to open on Friday. This comes as some in the…
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A Texas zoo is opening back up to the public with a drive-thru experience
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — There have long been drive-thru theaters, fast food restaurants and even, in some places, pharmacies. Now, in Texas,…
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Staying Strong: El Paso Princesses are asking kids to share ‘Thank You’ letters for essential workers
EL PASO, Texas — A few recognizable princesses in the borderland are hoping to spread some positivism and cheer during this pandemic through ‘Thank…
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El Paso’s Sunland Park Mall will reopen Monday
EL PASO, Texas — The general manager for Sunland Park Mall in west El Paso said the Mall will reopen next Monday, May 4th. This comes as malls…
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Staying Strong: El Paso mom spreads birthday cheer with T-Rex costume
EL PASO, Texas– During these tough times, El Pasoans are finding creative ways to put smiles on the faces of young kids. For Ruth Holmes, that…
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El Paso’s Catholic churches aren’t reopening anytime soon – the Bishop explains why
EL PASO, Texas — Gov. Greg Abbott is allowing Texas churches to resume religious services, deeming those “essential.” However, El Paso’s…
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El Paso’s Cielo Vista Mall to reopen on Friday
EL PASO, Texas — Simon Property Group is reopening 49 of its malls across the country this weekend, including El Paso’s Cielo Vista Mall. That’s…
Continue Reading El Paso area school districts set new graduation ceremony dates at Don Haskins Center
EL PASO, Texas — Officials with the El Paso Independent School District, Clint Independent School District, Canutillo Independent School District…
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Community Champions: Hanks wrestler signs with Mckendree University
A wrestler from Hanks High School is ready to take the next step in her wrestling career. On Monday, Victoria Nunez signed with Mckendree University,…
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El Paso city & county to allow golf courses to reopen – but with restrictions
EL PASO, Texas — The City and County of El Paso late Monday night announced it has opted to allow golf courses to open back up to the public, but…
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Texas governor to let restaurants, theaters, malls open with limited capacity on May 1
Here’s a summary is what Gov. Greg Abbott has unveiled…. Texas governor says he will allow the state stay-home order to expire on April 30.Governor…
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