Update: The El Paso Fire Department verified the cause of the smell of gas in different locations across El Paso recently. East and Northeast El Paso were among the areas where the smell was most prevelant. “What happened actually was that mercaptan — which is a component that they add to the gas so you
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A local 10-year old has been logging a lot of miles on Southwest Airlines as of late. So much so, he’s now bonded with the crew! Alec Alvidres and his mom fly to Dallas and back every week so he can see a medical specialist. With each flight, he makes
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CitizenShipper examined domestic migration trends from the Census Bureau to determine where Americans relocated between 2021 and 2022.
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Living Spaces combed design history to compile a list of nine out-of-this-world furniture pieces bolstered by the Space Race.
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EL PASO, Texas – The winners of the Sweet Play of the Week for week 10 of the high school football season went to Austin cornerback Andrew Andujo, and the Austin Panthers. In the game against the Bowie Bears, Bowie’s quarterback threw a pass into the end zone towards his receiver that would have given
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Bishop Mark J. Seitz celebrated All Souls’ Day Mass at Mt. Carmel Cemetery Thursday. The Mass started at 10 a.m. and commemorated all those who have died. “This meaningful event provides an opportunity to remember and pray for our dearly departed loved ones,” a spokesperson for the Diocese of El
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El Paso, TX(KVIA)- You can’t deny the power of music, and one local El Paso man, Carlos Barba, is determined to show the Borderland why music and art remain a powerful way to unite the community. “I can not imagine a world without music,” he said.After graduating from Franklin High School, he studied at UTEP
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso invites students, alumni and fans to join in them in their 2023 “Neon Glow” Homecoming celebrations. Celebrations include alumni reunions, a pep rally, tailgating, and the big homecoming game on Saturday against Western Kentucky. The Homecoming Pre-Game Tailgate Party will start at 4
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Happy Halloween! As we head out tonight to celebrate the spooky holiday, here are some safety tips to be aware of: Traffic Safety: Emphasize the importance of using crosswalks and pedestrian signals when crossing streets. Encourage children to make eye contact with drivers before stepping onto the road. Costumes: Children
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Are American eating habits returning to pre-pandemic norms? Simply Business crunched numbers from the Census Bureau and the Department of Agriculture to find out.
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Stacker found transformative places that changed the course of notable creative figures throughout history.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In this week’s Sunday Funday moment, three sisters are gearing up to host a concert for veterans and their plus ones, a free-of-charge event for those who have served our nation. These sisters’ journey to this altruistic moment is closely intertwined with their family’s military connection. According to Susan Grajeda,
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EL PASO, Texas – The Sweet Play of the Week for week 9 of the high school football season went to the Andress Eagles. During their game against Jefferson, Andress quarterback Jadon Urbina threw a long pass downfield right into the hands of wide receiver Erick Blucher. Blucher had to fight off two defenders before
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation granted El Paso nonprofit CommUNITY En Acción (CEA) $200,000 Thursday. That money will fund CEA’s Young Achievers Forum, an annual event that pushes middle schoolers to go to college, and educates families on how to help their students achieve that dream. The event
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — One Borderland student, Helen De La Rosa, a senior at Loretto Academy, has been chosen as a QuestBridge Scholar finalist. The QuestBridge Match Scholarship offers high-achieving high school seniors from low-income backgrounds the opportunity to attend their dream colleges for free. De La Rosa was one of the 6,000 out
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Magnifi analyzed Bureau of Labor Statistics price data to illustrate how the cost of living without roommates has grown in recent decades.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Each year, The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program provides Christmas assistance to families in need across the United States, including El Paso. The program is expanding to serve the elderly. The Salvation Army in El Paso will collect donations of socks, reading materials and blankets for seniors. The Salvation Army
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Meet the spirited couple at 3100 Jarvis Drive, El Paso, Texas, who have been turning their home into a Halloween wonderland since August. Their enthusiasm knows no bounds as they transform their residence into a dazzling spectacle of Halloween decorations. Vanna Ocon and Jesse Ocon, the owners of the Halloween house,
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With the iPhone Mini discontinued, how much larger can smartphones get? Stacker visualized their growth over the years.
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Using data from the Census Bureau as well as MIT’s Living Wage Calculator, MoneyGeek analyzed variables such as income, cost of living, education, entrepreneurship, and home and business ownership to uncover the cities realizing the most financial growth for Hispanic American women.
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EL PASO, Texas – The winner of the Sweet Play of the Week for week 8 of the high school football season went to Dante Aguilar and the Canutillo Eagles. In the game against Andress, Aguilar caught a pass, and shook off some defenders on his way to the end zone. The entire team received
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Inc. is celebrating its 2023 Women of Impact. Each year, the publication selects six Borderland women to highlight and honor. These women vary in their professions and backgrounds, but share the same dedication to helping uplift their community. “This year’s honorees are a phenomenal group of women who
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s been great living and working in the El Paso area after returning less than a month ago to this wonderful place I call home. There are so many hidden gems in the borderland, however, one of the most popular tourist attractions that most people in this region are very prideful
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Endeavors, a national service organization is seeking donations to help support for first responders, service members, veterans and their families on this Giving Day. The organization is trying to raise $5,000 dollars in order to provide services to members. The services provided range from mental health, wellness, transportation, and housing.
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — El Paso Giving Day, our community’s largest day of charitable giving, is today! 232 local nonprofits participate to raise funds for their organization. The Humane Society of El Paso is one of the participating organizations. They are raising funds for their medical program. This program provides life-saving care to the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This week’s Sunday Funday moment highlights the remarkable journey of a local 4th-grade girls’ basketball team, the Lady Rumble. These young athletes, just nine years old, are on the verge of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as they secure a spot in the national championship. The tournament is scheduled for October 20th
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By STEFANIE DAZIO Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Antibodies found in early results of a historic new vaccine trial are expected to give endangered California condors at least partial protection from the deadliest strain of avian influenza in U.S. history. The California condor is the only bird species in the U.S. that has been
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Stacker traced the history of Día de los Muertos and how it reached global audiences using interviews and information from various sources.
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(CNN) — As dozens of Italian towns sell off old houses on the cheap, foreigners who rush to grab one are often in search of a year-round sunshine spot, a vacation retreat, or just to live their Italian dream. But one American family has done it to start a new life far from the United States. In
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Tomorrow the Borderland community will witness an annular solar eclipse, often referred to as the “Ring of Fire,” for the first time in six years. However, while we’re all eager to look up, it’s of important that we prioritize eye protection to prevent irreversible damage. Dr. David Baptiste, a local
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