New Mexico State Parks offer free access June 14
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — Sunday, all New Mexicans will get free access to every New Mexico State Park in honor of National New Mexico Day. New Mexico…
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Airbnb, other short-term rentals to contribute to El Paso hotel occupancy taxes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso said it will start collecting Hotel Occupancy Taxes on short-term rental properties to support tourism…
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City’s environmental franchise fee on trash bills is illegal tax, appeals court rules
by Elida S. Perez The Texas 8th Court of Appeals Tuesday upheld a lower court’s decision that the city of El Paso’s environmental franchise fee…
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Inflation hits highest level since 2023, as the Iran war pushes up prices
By Max Zahn Inflation jumped for a third consecutive month as the Iran war continued to drive up prices in May, surpassing 4% for the first…
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Gov. Abbott directs ratepayer protections from data center infrastructure costs
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Wednesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott directed state utility officials to protect residents from paying for data center…
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Ken Paxton investigates FIFA for allegedly misleading customers about World Cup tickets
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into the Fédération Internationale de Football Association…
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How to get the new statewide food truck permit launching July 1
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Texas Department of Sate Health Services opened applications for a new statewide license for mobile food vendors. The…
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Oracle changes power plan for Project Jupiter data center to lower emissions
DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) — Software company Oracle announced an update to its power plan for Project Jupiter, an artificial intelligence data…
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ABC-7 Investigation spurs El Paso proposal to shift campaign event costs to candidates after Trump rally
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council Representative Lily Limón is planning to propose a new policy at next Tuesday’s City Council…
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Keeping your home cool on a budget this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With summer approaching, so are higher electricity bills. El Paso Electric shared some tips to keeping your home cool on a…
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Extreme weather nonprofit gives away fans for some El Pasoans as high temperatures near
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the Borderland gears up for 100 degree-plus temperatures, an El Paso nonprofit will continue its annual fan drive to cool…
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EPCC rolls out free grocery pick up schedule for June through November
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Community College’s Summer and Fall Mobile Food Pantry is preparing to return June 2. EPCC said it’s teaming up with…
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Gov. Greg Abbott to Texas colleges: Don’t increase tuition, fees
by Jessica Priest, The Texas TribuneMay 27, 2026 Gov. Greg Abbott reminded Texas colleges: Do not raise undergraduate tuition or fees next year. In a…
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City of El Paso releases preliminary budget for 2027 fiscal year, public meeting schedule
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso released its preliminary budget for the 2027 fiscal year Wednesday. It totals $1.405 billion across all…
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Your oil change could be pricier than normal
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz continues, gas prices aren’t the only thing going up. The American Automobile…
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Bill would let Border Patrol agents claim tax deduction on overtime pay
HOUSTON, Texas (KVIA) — U.S. Border Patrol agents could claim a tax exemption on overtime pay under a bill U.S. Senator John Cornyn introduced…
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El Paso County attorney addresses rising solar panel scams
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — There’s a rise in solar panel scams affecting El Paso families, the county attorney said Tuesday. Wednesday, the Texas…
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Texas AG, DOJ investigate nation’s beef supply chain, allege unfair pricing
AUSTIN (KVIA) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into the beef industry over potential “anticompetitive conduct.” In a…
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San Elizario mayor says city is behind on required audits after Texas AG alleges illegally-raised taxes
UPDATE (May 15, 2026) — San Elizario Mayor Miguel Chacon sent a statement Friday addressing Attorney General Paxton finding the city out of…
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Doña Ana Community College to offer drive-thru food pantries
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Doña Ana Community College will hold two free food pantries May 28, the school said Thursday. The first drive-thru will…
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Circle K ‘Fuel Day’ offers up to 40¢ off gas at certain El Paso stations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso drivers can save up to 40¢ a gallon of gas Thursday at participating Circle K gas stations in the city. According…
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How to contest your property value before May 15th deadline
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Property values in El Paso County have been slowly rising over the past few years, but that doesn’t mean that you have to…
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El Paso City Council considers ordinance targeting misleading water quality solicitations
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council is considering a proposed ordinance aimed at cracking down on misleading commercial solicitations…
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US gasoline prices hit highest level in 4 years
By Max ZahnApril 28, 2026, 10:02 AM Gasoline prices in the United States hit their highest level in four years on Tuesday as negotiations over…
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City Council authorizes action on El Paso Electric filings
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso’s City Council is reviewing proposals that could shape utility costs. Monday, the council approved the action on…
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Retirement Transition Window: Navigating Your Path to a New Chapter
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)- Are you approaching retirement and wondering how to make the transition as smooth and rewarding as possible? The “Retirement…
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Texas Rep. James Talarico joins Marcel Clarke on ABC-7 to discuss new gas relief proposal
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Rep. James Talarico is pushing for immediate relief at the gas pump with a new proposal to suspend federal gas and…
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El Paso City Rep. Limón questions proposed Deck Plaza, Mayor Johnson says it’s a ‘once in a lifetime opportunity’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson was absent during this week’s City Council sessions and was not present for the vote to move…
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El Paso-TX (KVIA-T)- There’s been a lot of attention on global events lately, especially tensions overseas and rising energy prices. For many…
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ABC-7 at 4:The Retirement Savings Gap: What It Means for Your Future
KVIA-TV (El Paso, TX) – Brian Mirau of Mirau Capital Management joined me to talk about a recent report analyzing U.S. Census data that shows many…
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