Good Vibes Only: NMSU student with cerebral palsy inspires educators at Gadsden ISD
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA)– In a packed room full of educators, 28-year-old Arcelia “Arcy” Mendoza gave a message of inspiration and encouragement.…
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Pediatrician: Student athletes should get sports physicals to check for concussions
With sports comes injuries, and some children can be at higher risk if they don’t get a sports physical before playing. Now with high school…
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UT System regents approve $118 million for campus maintenance, student union fee increase
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is getting $118 million to fund maintenance projects across campus. The University of Texas System Board of Regents…
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Socorro ISD board appoints James P. Vasquez as superintendent
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — At the Board of Trustees meeting last night, Socorro ISD trustees unanimously voted to approve James P. Vasquez’s employment…
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More harm than good: Students overworking themselves at school
Now that students are back in the classrooms, it’s important for them to keep a healthy school-life balance. One expert at Emergence Health Network…
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‘Alyssa’s Law’ just took effect in Texas. Here’s how it impacts your child
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — “Alyssa’s Law,” also known as Senate Bill 838, takes affect this school year for Texas schools. The legislation requires…
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Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments requirement in 11 school districts
By Jaden Edison, Eleanor Klibanoff and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune June 26, 2025 “Judge temporarily blocks Texas’ Ten Commandments…
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NMSU students begin fall semester with new programs
As part of ABC-7’s back-to-school coverage, we joined New Mexico State University in Las Cruces as they return to class for the fall semester on…
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EPISD approves new property tax rate
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees has approved the new property tax rate for the upcoming year.…
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Cathedral High School celebrates 100th Anniversary
Cathedral High School returns to school this year, now marking 100 years since opening its doors. ABC-7 joined them Tuesday morning as part of our…
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Most El Paso school districts see gains in TEA accountability scores
by Claudia Lorena Silva August 18, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. School districts…
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Texas Tech University System, FBI partner to improve national security.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The FBI and the Texas Tech University System have entered into a landmark Cooperative Research and Development Agreement…
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Good Vibes Only: K-9 trades police responsibilities for retirement
CANUTILLO, Texas (KVIA)— Thursday marked the end of the chapter at Canutillo ISD. The police department’s very first K-9 retired. Officer Alis, a…
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As school returns, so does the cold and flu. Here’s how to prevent the spread.
As students head back to school, parents need to know how to prevent their children from getting sick. ABC-7 spoke to Dr. Janel Lynch, a pediatrician…
Continue Reading UTEP relaunching press after nearly 20 years
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is relaunching its press after nearly 20 years of inactivity. The university plans to use modern print-on-demand and…
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Texas Tech El Paso announces new Biomedical Ph.D. program
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center have announced a new Ph.D. program for Biomedical Sciences. This new doctoral…
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After more than a year, NSF eliminates ‘suspended’ UTEP-led grant
by Daniel Perez August 13, 2025 Sign up for essential news about El Paso. Delivered to your inbox — completely free. The National Science…
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Loretto Academy shares school updates and new programs
ABC-7 joined Loretto Academy as they returned to school this week. Loretto Academy started school on Aug. 11. Athletics Director Oscar Nieto tells…
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ABC-7 at 4: Combatting Fentanyl in El Paso, Free Resources
El Paso, TX ( KVIA-TV)-In response to the fentanyl epidemic in El Paso, Crime Stoppers of Houston stopped by ABC-7 to offer helpful…
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ABC-7 Xtra Sunday: What’s new at UTEP and NMSU
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The fall semesters at UTEP and NMSU are fast approaching. NMSU begins the fall semester on Wednesday, August 20, while…
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IDEA Mesa Hills welcomes their first senior class
IDEA Public Schools welcomed back nearly 6,000 students for the upcoming 2025-26 school year at 10 schools across the El Paso area. This school…
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First Step Toward a Bright Future: Foster School of Medicine Welcomes Largest Class Yet
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The journey to becoming a doctor officially began for 130 students this weekend at the Foster School of Medicine —…
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Parents speak on new cell phone policy for Texas public schools
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas’s new cell phone policy is beginning to take affect. House Bill 1481 requires public schools to restrict student use…
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Canutillo High security back to normal after criminal activity in the area
Update (3:43 PM): The law enforcement activity around Canutillo High School has ended and the heightened security at the school has concluded. “Law…
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Words of Wisdom: Overcoming those school blues
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The first week of school can be intimidating for many students, especially with all the changes. As students navigate…
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Words of Wisdom: Prioritizing relationships in the digital age
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— With today’s cutting-edge technology, a hyperfocus on likes on social media, and the rise of artificial…
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Fabens High School brings school spirit to kick off first week of school
ABC-7 joined Fabens High School as the Fabens Independent School District returned to school this week. Roxana Amador is the first female principal…
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Word of Wisdom: Encouraging teachers and educators this school year
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)— In today’s installment of our Words of Wisdom segment, Adair Margo is encouraging teachers and educators as they also…
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Canutillo ISD focuses on major construction projects this school year
Canutillo ISD’s big focus is the start of major construction for the 2024 Canutillo Bond. This fall, CISD is scheduled to have ground breaking for…
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Words of Wisdom: Overcoming social pressures this school year
El Paso, Texas (KVIA)— Today’s students face mounting social pressure from their peers. The rise of social media also creates further pressure…
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