ANTHONY, New Mexico — Two El Paso-area communities are among the safest places to live in New Mexico, according to a new report from Safewise. Safewise looked at the most recent FBI crime data stats including violent crime, package theft and murders, to make their determinations, ABC affiliate KOAT noted. The online publication Only in Your State published
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas — After a pandemic-induced hiatus last year, Fourth of July celebrations are back in action for 2021 in far west Texas and southern New Mexico. And the highlight of many of those celebrations? An awe-inspiring display of fireworks, of course. ABC-7 has rounded up a list of places across El Paso, Las
Continue Reading
By Rachel Trent, CNN This Independence Day, many Americans are celebrating much more than the 13 colonies’ split from Great Britain. This Fourth of July also marks something of a return to normal after the Covid-19 pandemic forced most plans to be canceled, or at least adjusted, a year ago. While the pandemic is not
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas — With 4th of July just around the corner, fireworks stand operators want residents and visitors to the Borderland to know what fireworks are allowed and where. El Paso County has banned the use of aerial fireworks with sticks and missiles with fins, also known “sticks and fins.” In Dona Ana County and the
Continue Reading
El Paso, Texas– Three El Paso sisters are hoping to bring big city fashion to the borderland for an affordable price. Savannah Sky, Phoenix and River Grajeda have always had a passion for fashion and art. So much so that they would design their own clothes and make their own fashion accessories. “We started doing
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas – We’re all feeling a sense of new life this summer, and the same can be said at the El Paso zoo! Since re-opening to the public in February, the zoo has introduced a number of new inhabitants to the public including a pair of Mexican Grey Wolf pups. When the El
Continue Reading
ANTHONY, New Mexico — New Mexico is officially open at full capacity, just in time for the 4th of July weekend. La Viña Winery in Anthony has had to cancel several wine festivals due to the pandemic. This weekend it will be hosting a wine tasting to attract people through it’s doors, a celebrate the
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas — More El Pasoans are expected to take to the skies this Forth of July weekend. Travel experts predict this weekend will be the busiest for airports since the pandemic hit. The El Paso International Airport said in July of 2020, more than 100,000 passengers traveled through the airport. Since spring break
Continue Reading SEATTLE, Washington — Starbucks knows that certain off-menu drinks dreamed up by its customers have become popular. So it’s trying out a way to let people order them more easily. The company started a limited test on Tuesday that lets customers order two custom beverages through Facebook or Instagram. Customers who see the images on
Continue Reading
SACRAMENTO, California — From El Paso, Texas to Sacramento, California with love. An El Paso-based photographer made it her mission to track down a Sacramento couple after capturing their engagement in the San Francisco Bay Area. “I just remember him saying, ‘I love you so much, and I want to spend the rest of my
Continue Reading
El Paso, Texas– As parent’s sometimes we buy our children toys that never get played with. That was the case for Hector Gonzales Jr. When he bought his sons a few toy trains, but little did he know those toy trains would keep him busy years later. “I got them a train when they were
Continue Reading CNN staff If you’re planning to travel to Mexico, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic. The basics Mexico is open to travelers. There is no need to provide a negative PCR test or quarantine on arrival, though most resorts ask guests to fill out
Continue Reading EL PASO, Texas — It’s another sign of returning to normal, with in-person fireworks. El Paso County will host a Fourth of July celebration, with officials proclaiming that “Ascarate Park fireworks back with a bang!” Here are the event details: Ascarate Park on Sunday, July 4.Activities including food trucks and swimming begin at 3 p.m.2,000 cars will
Continue Reading Maybe you need a mental escape from stress. Perhaps you need time to rejuvenate your health. You might simply want to feel more limber. The International Day of Yoga — which is on Monday, June 21 — could be the day that jump-starts a healthy new habit. The day has been designated by the United
Continue Reading
Here is a look at Father’s Day, celebrated the third Sunday in June. Facts June 20, 2021 – Father’s Day. According to Hallmark, Father’s Day is the fourth-largest card-sending occasion with 72 million cards given every year. Fifty percent of all Father’s Day cards are purchased for fathers, according to Hallmark. Almost 20 percent of
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas– Joseph Cobb’s dad has been stationed at Fort Bliss for a few months now and It was a few months ago when his mom decided to post a video of his simple act of kindness, mailing “hugs.” Those paper hugs would help Joseph win an award and get him featured on ABC’s
Continue Reading
UPDATE, July 6: The city of El Paso on Tuesday officially reopened some of its senior centers. The city’s ten senior centers will open once a week, either Tuesday or Thursday, from 9 a.m. to noon to allow older adults to socialize and participate in activities such as bingo and loteria. (Scroll down in this
Continue Reading
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico — Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta organizers have released the schedule of events for 2021’s 49th annual event. According to ABC affiliate KOAT in Albuquerque, plenty of favorites are back in the event calendar including the chainsaw carving competition, the Balloon Glow and the beloved Special Shapes Rodeo. This year’s Fiesta will kick off
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso officials have now opened the third of four city-operated water parks for the summer. The Mayan-themed Lost Kingdom water park, which occupies five acres at 6001 Hughey — adjacent to the Ross Middle School baseball field in central El Paso, officially opened to the public at 11 a.m. on Sunday, June
Continue Reading With summer in full swing and excessive heat waves rolling through parts of the country, taking a dip in water can be a refreshing way to cool off. Whether you’re diving into your family’s backyard pool or floating in the ocean, staying safe around water is crucial, said Dr. Sarah Denny, lead author for the
Continue Reading RELATED STORY: Some El Paso city, county facilities closed Friday for Juneteenth Most federal government employees across the country have Friday off after President Joe Biden signed legislation establishing Juneteenth as a US federal holiday. But the introduction of a new federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States has created
Continue Reading
UPDATE, June 17: Cool Canyon Nights, one of El Paso’s most beloved free outdoor music series, kicks off its 2021 schedule this evening at McKelligon Canyon Amphitheater with Mariachis Los Arrieros on the main stage. UPDATE, June 9: Limited tickets have now gone on sale for the exclusive VIP experience at Cool Canyon Nights at McKelligon Canyon Amphitheater this
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas – Hanks High School has produced some of the best wrestlers in the state of Texas. The Knights have won several state titles in wrestling, and it’s no surprise that many of them would continue their wrestling careers in college. Monday, four wrestlers from Hanks signed to wrestle at the next level.
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas — Girl Scout cookie season usually comes to an end by March, however this year’s cookie sales are far from over and the pandemic is to blame. Around this time of the year, the Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest usually have around 2,000 boxes left over. But this year they have
Continue Reading Dunkin’ has a fitting new treat for people breaking out of their personal bubbles after a long 15 months. It’s appropriately called “Popping Bubbles,” which are boba-like bubbles that pop in people’s mouths and taste like strawberry. The bubbles can be added to any of Dunkin’s iced or frozen drinks — notably its line of
Continue Reading
El Paso, Texas — The LGBTQ+ community celebrates PRIDE month every June. After the pandemic put a halt to last year’s El Paso Sun City PRIDE parade, the organization decided to make this year’s events a several months-long celebration. “Some of us were isolated for a whole year because of Covid-19 and right now I
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas — George Lopez is coming to southern New Mexico this summer, and then to El Paso this fall, on his latest comedy tour. The Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino announced the comedian is stopping in Mescalero for two shows on Saturday, July 17. The shows will be at 5
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas — Gabriel Iglesias has announced his new tour and his return to El Paso this November. The comedy star known as “Fluffy” will be performing at the Don Haskins Center on Nov. 12. The performance will be a part of his upcoming “Go big or go home tour” Tickets go on sale
Continue Reading
EL PASO, Texas — The unemployment rates dropped below 7 percent in April in El Paso, a good sign for the workforce. But, many working parents are now having to readjust as many make their physical return to the office. Workforce Solutions Borderplex is encouraging parents to apply for childcare services. “This shift in the pandemic
Continue Reading
UPDATE, June 14: In the video player above you can watch the first video to show the recently born Mexican gray wolf pups at the El Paso Zoo. ORIGINAL REPORT, June 10: EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Zoo’s Mexican gray wolf pack has now grown larger. Zoo officials on Thursday announced the recent
Continue Reading