NMSU plans on having students return for Fall semester
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — New Mexico State University President John Floros told ABC-7 on Thursday that university administrators are planning on a…
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Photo Gallery: Honoring Borderland Seniors
The current coronavirus pandemic has put a damper on the plans for high school seniors in the Borderland. However, ABC-7 is sharing with our viewers…
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University of Texas researchers find potential virus treatment in llamas
AUSTIN, Texas — A research team of scientists from The University of Texas at Austin, the National Institutes of Health, and Ghent…
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El Paso area school districts set new graduation ceremony dates at Don Haskins Center
EL PASO, Texas — Officials with the El Paso Independent School District, Clint Independent School District, Canutillo Independent School District…
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EPISD says 2nd worker at Logan Elementary contracts virus
EL PASO, Texas — Officials with the El Paso Independent School District said Tuesday that a second employee who worked distributing meals at…
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NMSU gets grant to tackle opioid epidemic
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — New Mexico State University has received a $200,000 federal grant to grow the number of nurse practitioners who will fight…
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UTEP & EPCC professor dies after contracting coronavirus
EL PASO, Texas — It was news that no one who knew him expected to hear when they woke up Friday morning. University of Texas El Paso and El Paso…
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After disappointing senior year, Las Cruces class of 2020 has uncertain future
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – With the cancellation of prom, in-person graduation and end-of-year parties, Celia Acosta’s excitement shifted to starting…
Continue Reading EPISD halts meal service at Logan Elementary after worker gets virus
EL PASO, TEXAS — Officials with the El Paso Independent School District have suspended meal service at Logan Elementary School after a cafeteria…
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YISD plans to ease transition into summer classes for teachers, parents
EL PASO, Texas — Top administrators with the Ysleta Independent School District say they have a plan in place to help teachers and parents while…
Continue Reading NMSU regents approve 3% tuition hike amid budget uncertainties
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Regents at New Mexico State University have approved an increase in tuition for the next school year amid uncertainties…
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‘I’m a reading pro’: El Paso boy begins hosting virtual story time
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 12-year-old Trevor Garcia wants to share his passion for reading with everyone during this pandemic. He’ll debut his virtual…
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Fun at-home seed germination experiment to do with your kids during virus outbreak from ABC-7 StormTRACK
Happy Earth Day! Get outside, breathe in the fresh air ( while social distancing) and appreciate our amazing planet. Or you can try this germination…
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Sunday Funday Moment: ‘Prom with Mom’, El Paso mom creates at-home prom for high school senior son
EL PASO, Texas — The past few weekends many high school seniors have been able to enjoy virtual proms from the comfort of their own home. One El…
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NMSU weighs 4 finalists for school’s next education dean
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — New Mexico State University says four finalists are vying to be the next dean of the College of Education and a series of…
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How Las Cruces Public Schools is providing technology to 1 in 5 students who need it
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Before the pandemic, nearly 1 in 5 public school kids in Las Cruces did not have access to the technology they need to…
Continue Reading Fun at-home static-electricity experiment to do with your kids during coronavirus outbreak from ABC-7 StormTRACK
School closures due to the coronavirus outbreak mean borderland children are about to spend a lot more time at home. That’s challenging on any…
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Parkland High School band spreads cheer with virtual performance of ‘Amazing Grace’
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Parkland High School band, in the Ysleta Independent School District, is hoping to spread a little cheer during these…
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Workers at Sunland Park Target store, Pebble Hills High School among latest virus cases
EL PASO, Texas — Workers at the Sunland Park Target store and Pebble Hills High School are among the latest El Pasoans to be diagnosed with the…
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Virtual prom set for Borderland high school students on Saturday night
EL PASO, Texas — It’s practically a right of passage for a high school senior, and no we aren’t talking about walking across the stage for their…
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FBI issues warning about online apps that could pose a danger to Borderland kids
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso’s FBI field office warns that with more online kids it means more online predators. In order for Borderland students to…
Continue Reading YISD students won’t return to class, remote learning ends May 15
EL PASO, Texas — The superintendent of the Ysleta Independent School District announced Wednesday that students and teachers will not return to…
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EPISD gives updates on distance learning, meals to go and protective equipment
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Independent School District met on Tuesday to discuss several important procedure and policy updates. The Board of…
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El Paso photographer offers free photo shoot to help boost high school seniors spirits
EL PASO, Texas — The Facebook group, “Adopt a High School Senior El Paso” was created as a way to make high school seniors feel important.The…
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NMSU students manufacture ‘CovidBox’ to protect medical workers
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A group of engineering and physics students teamed up to produce a device that could prevent medical workers from…
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‘Shelter in Books’ matches teacher requests for books for students with donations to El Paso book publisher
EL PASO, Texas — Teachers and parents are searching for ways to keep their students reading while everyone is staying home during the COVID-19…
Continue Reading Fun at-home egg dyeing experiment you can do with your kids during the virus outbreak from ABC-7 StormTRACK
Easter is just around the corner so why not use your time with your family in lockdown for some egg-mazing egg coloring. Have you ever wondered what…
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Las Cruces schools distribute thousands of student laptops for distance learning
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — To prepare for the start of the district’s distance learning, the Las Cruces Public School District has distributed…
Continue Reading FBI warns of sex predators preying on children online during virus pandemic
EL PASO, Texas — Students across the Borderland are now forced to attend school virtually due to the global pandemic. Being online comes with added…
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YISD halts meal service at Del Valle Middle School after worker’s family gets virus
EL PASO, Texas — Officials with the Ysleta Independent School District have suspended meal service at Del Valle Middle School after a school…
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