EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — UTEP announced they have expanded their Paydirt Promise for families in the El Paso area. The Promise previously had been for families making $80,000 per year, but now the Promise will be expanded for families making up to $100,000 per year. The Board of Regents allocated an additional $35 million
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — With Thanksgiving just around the corner, local homeless shelters are asking the community to step up and help make the holidays special for those in need. The Rescue Mission of El Paso and the Opportunity Center for the Homeless are preparing to serve thousands of meals, but they need donations
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Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in El Paso.
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—The largest annual fundraiser is a sale of the best donations of the year. High-quality merchandise, great deals, and proceeds support Assistance League of El Paso programs. Shop for a good cause: December 7, 2024 – December 8, 2024 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 2728 E Yandell Dr. Venue: Assistance League of El
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Update: A spokesperson from the El Paso Independent School District released a statement regarding the board decision Wednesday Morning. The news release calls Destination District Redesign “a transformative initiative to improve educational outcomes and secure the district’s financial future.” Adding that the eight schools that will close over the next two years are “underutilized,” and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso City Council voted today to increase benefits for those retiring from the El Paso Fire Department and El Paso Police Department. The vote was unanimous to approve a second-tier plan cost of living adjustment. That will provide a 1.5% cost of living increase for fire and police personnel
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)—For years, Operation Noel has provided coats to children in need. The nonprofit was formed to raise funds to purchase brand-new coats for underprivileged children in the El Paso community. The primary mission is to provide new winter coats to children in the region whose families cannot afford to buy them for themselves. The charity expects to distribute
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — BorderRAC held a Shattered Dreams demonstration at Irvin High School in Northeast El Paso today. The demonstration allowed students to witness the impacts of drunk driving. Organizers used actors (including some Irvin High students) and first responders to simulate a crash. Students sat outside to witness the aftermath of the
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Earlier today, El Paso city council unanimously voted in favor of a multi-family housing development project in downtown El Paso. The project will take place at the historic Popular Building. The project is estimated to cost around 42 million dollars for the developers, with the city providing an incentive package
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El Paso, TEXAS (KVIA) — Jaime Herrera of El Paso is the recipient of the first Sun City Welding Academy Scholarship, valued at $5,000 dollars. The award ceremony took place November 19th at 1:00 PM at the FirstLight Federal Credit Union Engagement Center on 1555 Lee Trevino Dr El Paso, TX 79936. “At FirstLight, we are proud to partner with
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The family of the man killed in the El Paso Jail Annex in 2023 is suing El Paso County. Jesus Torres died Monday, November 27, 2023 when a group of inmates beat, strangled, and stabbed him, according to court documents. Officials charged the attackers with murder. Investigators at the time
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso just appointed Juan Antonio (Tony) Nevarez as the El Paso International Airport’s new director. “A seasoned aviation professional with over two decades of experience at the airport, Nevarez brings unparalleled expertise and leadership to this vital role,” a city spokesperson stated Monday afternoon. Nevarez has
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Local elected officials in El Paso will speak in a news conference on Monday, November 18, regarding the proposed elementary closures of 8 El Paso Independent School District schools. The news conference will take place at 4 p.m. at Burleson Elementary School, 4400 Blanco Ave. Speakers are expected to urge
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Independent School District is receiving a $1 million federal grant to implement crisis intervention programs aimed at improving security. That is according to U.S. Senator John Cornyn’s (R-TX) office. Cornyn’s announcement today explains that the grant funding will go toward violence prevention and crisis response training for law
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — EPCC student Daniel Dominguez won the Top Crown at the Mister Teen Universe International Pageant in the Teen Category. Dominguez competed in Panama to take home the prize, and plans to compete in more upcoming pageants in Paraguay and Puerto Rico soon. Courtesy: EPCC The 19-year-old nursing student has also
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Update (3:34 PM): El Paso County Commissioner David Stout sent a letter asking EPISD not to close the proposed schools. Honorable EPISD Trustees and Superintendent Sayavedra: Thank you for your service to the El Paso community. I appreciate your efforts to improve the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD). Unfortunately, I do not believe that
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Today residents gathered at Lincoln Park, bearing gifts for sick children who won’t be home for the holidays. While residents dropped off toys they were able to see and car show, enjoy music, food trucks and vendors. Jose Cardoza, President of Barrio Lincoln Park Association, says every person who entered their
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– According to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, one person was taken the hospital with serious injuries after a crash involving a semi-truck. It happened around 5:20 p.m. on Gateway West Boulevard and Timothy Drive near Horizon. The Sheriff’s office said the intersection at Timothy Drive will remain closed for about
Continue Reading EL PASO,Texas (KVIA)– Parents, staff and students gathered one last time to ask El Paso ISD board members to vote no on school closures. Some parents say they feel the decision is rushed because not enough information supports closing Park And Stanton Elementary. These are just 2 of the 10 schools recommended for closure as
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Abundant will host a free flu shot event in East El Paso on Saturday, November 16, 2024.
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Update: Watch the El Paso District Attorney talk about the sentencing and conviction live below: EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso jury convicted Juan Montellano on multiple child sex abuse charges this week. Court records show that the jury convicted Montellano on two counts of sex abuse of a child under 14 and
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA) — During a meeting of the El Paso Bar Association November 15, 2024, UTEP President Heather Wilson announced a study has concluded that a UTEP Law School is feasible. “There will be a law school in El Paso someday. When there is, it should be at UTEP. The study shows there
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Paso County will soon have its first animal shelter. For years, the City of El Paso has managed animals services for El Paso residents. According to Adan Parra, El Paso Animal Services operations manager, the new county shelter may decrease intake at the city-run shelters by up to 18%. So
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — El Paso families have one last chance to experience the intricate world of model trains this Sunday, November 17. El Paso’s Model Railroad and Historical Association is hosting their annual open house featuring detailed train displays, hands-on activities, and fun for all ages. The open house will be at
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Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in El Paso.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Paso del Norte just opened a new Children’s Development Center. The new center is located at 1410 Bob Hope Drive. ABC-7 attended the ribbon cutting ceremony today and spoke with the leaders that made the project a reality. The new facility spans across 13,000 square-feet.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas has now opened it’s doors to a new facility located in Central El Paso. The 4800 square-foot health center is the only Planned Parenthood clinic in West Texas, and will replace the existing health center on Missouri Avenue. It is now located at 1061 Chelsea
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — International Eagle Enterprises, Inc. will handle the first phase of the Wyler Tramway reconstruction project. The Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority approved the company’s construction bid during a meeting Wednesday morning. “We were having 40, 45, 50 thousand people ride the tram every year and enjoy the views of Ranger
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EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) is wrapping up their final community meetings this week for Phase III of the Destination District Redesign, a plan that includes a proposal to close up to ten elementary schools. The district says declining enrollment and low birth rates are some of the primary
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) will hold its final week of community meetings of Phase III of its Destination District Redesign (DDR). Ten elementary schools have been recommended to close as part of DDR as EPISD seeks to rightsize. EPISD Superintendent Diana Sayavedra had previously mentioned that EPISD had
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