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New Mexico becomes fourth U.S. state to enact Clean Fuel Standards, drawing criticism

SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexico became the fourth U.S. state to enact Clean Transportation Fuel Standards, after Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 41 into effect Tuesday. According to a press release sent out by the governor’s office, “HB41 allows producers and importers of low-carbon transportation fuels to generate clean fuel

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Horses Unlimited hosts Spring Break Camp

El Paso, TX( KVIA-TV)- Horses Unlimited will be hosting their annual spring break camp this year. There are 10 slots available for students to join. Children will have the opportunity to learn all about horses through various activities: Brushing and saddling Riding time Notebook time, where they will explore topics like the skeletal system, digestive

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Texas and Biden administration lawyers face off in court over new law making illegal border crossing a state crime

By Uriel J. García and Pooja Salhotra, The Texas Tribune Feb. 15, 2024 “Texas and Biden administration lawyers face off in court over new law making illegal border crossing a state crime” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public

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El Paso Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to Host Black Voice Showcase Celebrating the Arts during Black History Month

El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV) The Black Voice Showcase is being organized by the El Paso Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., as part of their efforts to promote diversity and cultural appreciation in the community. By hosting this event, the sorority hopes to create a space where voices can be heard and artistic

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Breast Cancer Warrior’s Journey: A Triumph of Early Detection and Community Support

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Gloria Sanchez, a breast cancer survivor, attributes her triumph to life-saving preventive programs at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso. The Breast Cancer Education, Screening, and Navigation Program (BEST), funded by Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) grants since 2013, covers 105 West Texas counties, including

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EPCC Nail Tech and Massage Programs: Crafting Careers and Community Services

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Community College (EPCC) offers comprehensive Nail Tech and Massage programs, serving as gateways to skilled careers and accessible community services. Gracie Roman, the Lead Instructor and Coordinator for the Nail Tech Program at EPCC, explains that the Nail Department features two distinct programs. The day class, operating

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El Pasoans’ concerns grow alongside rising number of pending immigration cases across the US

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Over three million migrants are waiting on their immigration court hearings, according to Syracuse University’s Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC). That’s up 1.9 million cases in roughly one year. “Certainly increasing the number of immigration judges will help tremendously,” said Immigration Attorney and El Paso County Commissioner for Precinct 3,

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Celebrate the Most Wonderful Time of the Year at “Tis the Season for Big Band Joy” – The Jazz Exchange’s Holiday Fundraiser

El Paso,TX (KVIA)-If you are looking for something to do this weekend the Jazz Exchange will host the “Tis the Season for Big Band Joy,” a magical holiday fundraiser set to enchant El Paso on Sunday,December 17, 2023. Hosted at the charming Vyable Coffee located at 100 Porfirio Diaz St, the event promises an enchanting

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As Small Business Saturday comes to a close, local businesses continue to encourage El Pasoans to shop local

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Small Business Saturday is the holiday that follows Black Friday, and encourages people everywhere to shop local for the holidays. ABC-7 spoke with several business owners about the importance of supporting locally-owned shops right here in the Borderland. “It’s good to shop local, so that we can keep money in

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